⚠️ Heartbreaking news from the Cotswolds this Boxing Day. Early in the morning, a devastating house fire erupted on Brimscombe Hill, near Stroud, leaving three people missing and one person hospitalised.
The fire, reported at around 3am, saw quick response efforts from Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service, police, and the ambulance service. One individual managed to escape and is receiving care at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. However, three others who were inside remain unaccounted for, and search efforts are diligently underway.
Brimscombe Hill is currently closed to traffic as emergency teams continue their critical work. Authorities urge locals and visitors alike to avoid the area as investigations progress.
Chloe Turner, Green Party representative for Minchinhampton, is rallying the community for any helpful information. She encourages those affected by this tragedy to seek support and speaks on behalf of the community, extending heartfelt sympathies to everyone involved.
An investigation is active to uncover the cause of this tragic blaze. Let’s come together in this trying time, offering support and assistance where we can. If you have any information or need assistance, reach out by calling 101. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the missing individuals. 💔