Two people rescued after firework causes flat fire

Two people were rescued from a ground floor flat fire caused by a ricocheting firework, the fire service has said.

Crews were called to the property in Cross Green Avenue, Leeds, shortly before 01:00 GMT after reports of people screaming inside.

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said the occupants were rescued and treated for smoke inhalation, while neighbouring properties were evacuated as a precaution.

A spokesperson said that, after police reviewed CCTV footage, the fire "was deemed accidental due to a ricocheting firework".

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