Couple taken to hospital after blaze

Fri, 14 Feb 2014

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An elderly couple has been taken to hospital following a fire in Port Erin today.

Emergency services have now brought the blaze on Station Road under control.

The man and woman – who are both 91 – are receiving medical treatment although their injuries are unknown.

Forensic and fire investigations are taking place at the scene although the circumstances of the incident are not believed to be suspicious.

Station Road will remain closed between Ballafesson Road and Bridson Street until 6pm.