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A family home was left extensively damaged after a fire tore through both floors of the property in a North East estate.
Firefighters were called to Buttermere Road on the Lakes Estate in Redcar on Saturday morning, October 24, with three crews tackling the blaze.
The fire caused 80 per cent fire and heat damage to the ground and first floors of the house, according to Cleveland Fire Brigade.
The loft space also suffered about 50 per cent smoke damage, as well as slight flame damage.
Three fire engines from Redcar, Grangetown and Middlesbrough attended the incident, with crews using four sets of breathing apparatus and two hose reel jets.
Crews also used a thermal imaging camera and positive-pressure ventilation equipment.
A spokesperson for Cleveland Fire Brigade said: “Cleveland Fire Brigade were called on October 24, 2026, at 8.57am to an incident at Buttermere Road, Lakes Estate, Redcar.
“Three fire appliances were in attendance from Redcar, Grangetown and Middlesbrough.
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“The stop call was received at 10.50am.”
It is understood no injuries were reported from the fire.
Cleveland Police have been contacted for more information.