Old Southsea casino fire extinguished after firefighters swarmed to tackle the blaze yesterday evening
Firefighters have confirmed that a blaze at an old Southsea casino has been extinguished.
Fire crews from across the region raced to the on Osborne road at around 5pm on Tuesday, May 6. Several police cars and ambulances were also seen in attendance to support the incident.
The fire in the derelict building was subsequently put out just before 8pm last night.
A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said: “Just after 5pm we were called to a fire on the first floor of a derelict building in Osborne Road, Southsea. Crews from Southsea, Cosham, Fareham and Havant used jets and an aerial ladder platform vehicle to tackle the flames.
“The fire was extinguished just before 8pm. However, a small presence will remain on scene for the evening to dampen down the building.”