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| Regent Cinema fire: Lyme Regis Art Deco venue wrecked by blaze | Regent Cinema fire: Lyme Regis Art Deco venue wrecked by blaze |
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| The roof of a 1930s Art Deco cinema has collapsed after being engulfed in flames. | The roof of a 1930s Art Deco cinema has collapsed after being engulfed in flames. |
| Fire broke out at the Grade II listed Regent Cinema in Lyme Regis at lunchtime. | |
| The collapse of the structure meant firefighters were only able to tackle the blaze from outside the building. | The collapse of the structure meant firefighters were only able to tackle the blaze from outside the building. |
| Cinema staff and people who were in a shop that also occupies the building are reported to be safe, the fire service said. | Cinema staff and people who were in a shop that also occupies the building are reported to be safe, the fire service said. |
| At the height of the blaze, thick black smoke rising from the site could be seen for miles. | At the height of the blaze, thick black smoke rising from the site could be seen for miles. |
| Dorset Fire and Rescue said eight crews from three counties worked to prevent the flames spreading to adjoining buildings. | Dorset Fire and Rescue said eight crews from three counties worked to prevent the flames spreading to adjoining buildings. |
| A cordon was put in place and neighbouring businesses were closed for the afternoon. | A cordon was put in place and neighbouring businesses were closed for the afternoon. |
| People with respiratory conditions were advised to keep their windows closed. | |
| History of the Regent | History of the Regent |
| Source: Scott Cinemas | Source: Scott Cinemas |