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Nadia Breen

West Belfast blaze sees person rescued by firefighters

Belfast West Belfast NIFRS

One person has been rescued and taken to hospital after a fire in West Belfast.

The incident happened at La Salle Park on Wednesday evening, January 25.

The cause of the fire is under investigation, the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service say.

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A spokesperson said: "NIFRS was called to reports of a fire at La Salle Park, Belfast at 18.05hrs on Wednesday 25th January. Three appliances from Springfield and Cadogan stations attended the incident.

"Firefighters using breathing apparatus and other specialist equipment quickly brought the incident under control and rescued 1 person from within the building.

"The occupant has been taken to hospital by Northern Ireland Ambulance Service.

"The cause of the fire is under investigation.”

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