19/02/2018

Two People Injured Following Fire At Block Of Flats In Newry

Two people have been injured following a fire at a block of flats in Newry.

The incident happened in the Marcus Square area on Saturday morning, 17 February.

A number of residents were also evacuated.

An investigation has been launched and no further details have been released.

(CD/LM)

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