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Danya Bazaraa

Bransbury fire: More than 100 firefighters tackling huge blaze at thatched cottages

More than 100 firefighters are tackling a blaze at a row of thatched cottages in Hampshire.

The fire began in the roof of two cottages in Bransbury and has spread to a third.

The chimneys of two of the cottages, which form part of a row of four, have collapsed.

Dramatic video footage shows huge clouds of thick white smoke rising above the cottages.

Multiple fire engines and firefighters can also be seen at the scene.

A spokeswoman for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service told the Mirror: "116 firefighters are on the scene.

"We were called at 16.17 this afternoon to The Barracks, Bransbury.

"Hampshire Police and the ambulance are also on the scene.

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Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service is at the scene (Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service)

"The Red Cross have been requested to provide support for occupants."

Firefighters are expected to be at the scene through the night.

Crews from Hampshire, Dorset and Surrey are at the scene.

Firefighters at the scene (Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service)

A tweet by Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "100+ firefighters are tackling a fire involving multiple thatched cottages in Bransbury, near Winchester.

"Crews are expecting to be on scene for some time and are currently being supported by our #999Family @HantsPolice and @SCAS999."

They added: "A road closure has been put in place by @HantsPolice on Bransbury Lane, #Bransbury.

"Emergency vehicles will be in the area throughout the night #Winchester #Hampshire #TeamHants."

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