July 1st 2023.
It was a tragic night for the community of Cambridge. A fire broke out at a two-storey maisonette on Sackville Close, and it quickly spread throughout the building. The alarm was raised at 1.08am on Friday, and around 30 firefighters arrived on the scene to contain the blaze.
Sadly, two children and a woman in her 30s died in the fire, while a man in his 30s managed to escape the property despite sustaining serious injuries. He was taken to hospital and remains in a critical condition. The two children were rescued by firefighters, but they both later passed away in hospital.
Area Commander Stuart Smith of Cambridge Police said: “This is a devastating and deeply upsetting incident that will touch many people. Our thoughts are with the relatives, friends and neighbours of the family. It’s just heart-breaking.” He added that the fire safety team had been in the area visiting residents to provide fire safety information and reassurance, and they will be returning next week.
An investigation to determine the cause of the fire has been launched and is expected to continue over the weekend. It is an incredibly difficult time for the community, but the firefighters and investigators are doing everything they can to help bring closure to the family.
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