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Roads closed after fire at derelict seaside hotel

Unspecified Huge fire at a derelict hotel in Blackpool. Bright orange flames have engulfed the building, which is viewable only in silhouette with its windows shot out.Unspecified
The cause of the fire in Blackpool is not yet known

A number of roads remain closed after a large fire broke out at a derelict hotel near Blackpool Promenade.

At the height of the blaze on Monday evening, 40 firefighters were deployed to Wilton Parade, said Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS).

People living nearby were advised to close their windows and doors, while others were urged avoid the area.

LFRS said firefighters remained at the scene on Tuesday, "continuing to damp down" the building.

Unspecified The remains of a derelict hotel after it was devastated by a huge fire. The roof is missing, with only charred black rafters remaining.Unspecified
The fire devastated much of the building

It said fire investigators would be at the scene later to investigate the cause of the blaze.

Part of the promenade was closed on Monday evening but it has since reopened.

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