House fire in Halifax: Firefighters from four stations called out to Halifax house blaze

Crews from four fire stations – Halifax, Rastrick, Illingworth and Odsal - were deployed to the blaze on New Street in Southowram at 11.31am yesterday.

They found a kitchen on fire and said a person living there had received minor injuries.

They used two hose reels to put the flames out.

Anyone who sees a fire in progress should call West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service on 999.

For fire safety information and to ask about booking a free home fire safety check, visit https://www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/