A fire at a Romsey house, which sent black smoke into the sky, was tackled by more than 20 firefighters.

Crews were called to Chambers Avenue on March 27 and fought the blaze for nearly two hours.

A statement form Hampshire Fire Service said: “Crews were mobilised at 2.38pm following a call into the HIWFRS Control Room reporting a conservatory fire.

Hampshire Chronicle: Fight crews tackle to blaze on Chambers Avenue, photo: Mike Hayward

“HIWFRS arrived on the scene to find a fully developed fire and smoke issuing, with a casualty requiring treatment for smoke inhalation and burns.

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“The fire was extinguished using the aerial ladder platform, eight sets of breathing apparatus, two jets and two hose reels.

“The casualty, who didn’t require hospital treatment, was assessed by South Central Ambulance Service paramedics at the scene.

Hampshire Chronicle: Fight crews tackle to blaze on Chambers Avenue, photo: Mike Hayward

“HIWFRS conducted Safe and Well visits at neighbouring properties before departing the scene at 4.42pm.”

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