Two dead after fire at working men’s club in Morecambe
Written by News on 10/10/2019
Two people have died after a fire at a working men’s club in Morecambe.
The men were rescued from the blaze at the Gordon Club but died a short time later.
Emergency services, including 10 fire engines, were called to the scene on Springfield Street at about 2.45pm.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said the fire was on the ground floor and firefighters entered the building with equipment including thermal imaging cameras.
The men were pulled out at 3.07pm and treated by ambulance crews.
Police said they were in the process of contacting the victims’ families.
A post on the club’s Facebook page said: “As most of you may have already heard, there has been a large fire taking place within our premises.
“As of yet we do not know the extent of the damages caused although we do know the services have done their best for minimum damage control.
“As reported there has been a couple [of] casualties but we are not willing to give any further information at this time.
“Please respect our privacy at this time and thank you for all the support and well wishes. The Gordon club team.”
An investigation into the fire has begun and police want to speak to any witnesses.
Firefighters will remain at the scene overnight.
(c) Sky News 2019: Two dead after fire at working men’s club in Morecambe
