Firefighters Rescue Puppies Using Oxygen Masks in Great Yarmouth Blaze
Firefighters in Great Yarmouth rescued several puppies using oxygen masks after a large fire broke out on Northgate Street. Nine crews responded to the blaze, which led to the evacuation of people and animals. The building's roof collapsed, but no human injuries were reported, and the displaced residents were sheltered at a nearby pub.
Several puppies were rescued and given oxygen masks by Norfolk Fire Service firefighters after a significant fire broke out on Northgate Street in Great Yarmouth around 05:20 BST.
Nine fire crews responded to the blaze, which affected both a shop and adjacent flats, necessitating the rescue of individuals and animals.
One individual was rescued via ladder from a top-floor window, while others were evacuated using stairs.
Chris Harding-Hook, the fire station manager, confirmed the building's roof collapsed and commended the bravery and quick action of emergency responders.
Residents displaced by the fire found temporary refuge at a nearby pub.