Blaze breaks out on Paulsgrove Estate — fire crews rush in after midnight
Firefighters from Cosham and Portchester raced to a house fire in Portsmouth’s Paulsgrove Estate just after midnight on Wednesday.
Severe Ground Floor Fire in Allaway Avenue
Three crews tackled a fierce blaze that ripped through the ground floor of a property on Allaway Avenue. Firefighters entered the building wearing breathing apparatus, battling the flames with hose reels and jets. They also used tactical ventilation — a method of controlling airflow by opening ventilation paths to steer the fire’s movement.
Living Room ‘Well Alight’ and Severely Damaged
The living room suffered serious fire damage. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Police and Fire Investigators to Arrive This Morning
Authorities will be on scene this morning to carry out a full investigation. Updates will follow as more information emerges.
