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Fire on York street started by cigarette

Firefighters were called to a fire on Walmgate in York in the early hours today (Tuesday).

Crews from York and Acomb were called after the blaze was spotted behind a commercial property at 2.11am.

A North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said: “The crews confirmed a fire involving garden furniture and decking.

“The fire is believed to be caused by a discarded cigarette. Crews extinguished the fire using a hose reel.”