Sheffield firefighters rush to Kelham Island after arsonists set building on fire

Firefighters in Sheffield spent two-and-a-half hours tackling a blaze at Kelham Island.

The fire, in a derelict industrial building on Dixon Street, was discovered at 9.30pm yesterday.

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Four crews from across the city were deployed to the blaze and remained at the scene until just after midnight.

Firefighters dealt with a blaze on Dixon Street,  Kelham Island, Sheffieldplaceholder image
Firefighters dealt with a blaze on Dixon Street, Kelham Island, Sheffield

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said checks had revealed that the fire was started deliberately.

Witnesses or anyone with information about the arson attack should call South Yorkshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

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