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Students rehomed after Bristol University flat fire | |
(about 5 hours later) | |
More than 100 students have been rehomed after a fire ripped through the roof of their accommodation block. | |
The blaze, on the top floor of the University of Bristol flats in Colston Street, is thought to have started in a kitchen at about 13:00 BST on Monday. | |
No-one was hurt when debris rained down on the street below, and inspectors have begun to assess the damage. | No-one was hurt when debris rained down on the street below, and inspectors have begun to assess the damage. |
Avon Fire Service said the building is unsafe and the street will remain closed for the rest of the week. | Avon Fire Service said the building is unsafe and the street will remain closed for the rest of the week. |
A University of Bristol spokesperson said all 121 students living in the flats have been found temporary housing. | A University of Bristol spokesperson said all 121 students living in the flats have been found temporary housing. |
Bedding, toiletries, food and clothing are being supplied to them. | Bedding, toiletries, food and clothing are being supplied to them. |
The fire is completely out but fire crews were called back to check on the building overnight after reports of smoke at 04:00 BST. | |
"It was a concern to us how fast that fire went through the roof and we'll be talking to the university about their buildings," said area manager Mark Anderson. | "It was a concern to us how fast that fire went through the roof and we'll be talking to the university about their buildings," said area manager Mark Anderson. |
Some 40 firefighters worked to bring the flames under control at the height of the fire. | Some 40 firefighters worked to bring the flames under control at the height of the fire. |
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