Lucky escape after arsonists torch Rotherham flat

The occupants of a flat had a lucky escape after arsonists torched the property.
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Yobs set fire to the ground floor flat in Beevers Road, Kimberworth Park, on Monday at 9.20am.

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Firefighters from Elm Lane, Tankersley and Dearne Valley fire stations were dispatched to the scene and spent about 90 minutes tackling the flames.

A fire service spokesperson said fortunately none of the occupants were injured.

They added the blase is believed to have been started deliberately.