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Investigation into fire which damaged Helmsley homes
Crews from Kirkbymoorside and Thirsk were called to an electric pole which had ignited at 5.32pm last night (Thursday) in Eastgate, Helmsley.
The fire had spread to a perimeter hedge of two properties.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said: “A firefighter wearing breathing apparatus equipment for comfort began extinguishing the fire.
“The power board were requested to inspect the charred, overhead power lines.
“The guttering and facade to two properties had been affected by the hedge fire and crews isolated mains gas to both properties as a precaution.
“No signs of fire inside the properties were evident. A fire investigation will be conducted during daylight hours to determine a cause. Crews used a triple exterior ladder, one breathing apparatus, hose reel jets and a thermal imaging camera.”
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