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Edinburgh Live
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Sarah Vesty

West Lothian woman rushed to hospital after deliberate fire in block of flats

A West Lothian woman was rushed to hospital on Saturday following a deliberate fire in a block of flats.

Emergency services raced to Rowan Terrace in Blackburn, shortly before 6pm.

Other residents were evacuated while fire fighters tackled the blaze on the top floor of the buildings.

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The fire service said four appliances were in attendance, reports the Daily Record.

It is understood that at least one home has been completely destroyed while others suffered smoke and water damage.

A 40-year-old woman was taken to hospital by ambulance as a precaution.

Police have confirmed they are following a positive line of enquiry to catch the fire starters amid reports of anti-social behaviour by youths in the area.

A force spokesperson said: “We were made aware of a fire at a property on Rowan Terrace in Blackburn around 5.40pm on Saturday, 22 January.

“The fire was extinguished by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and a 40-year-old woman was taken to hospital as a precaution.

“A neighbouring property was also evacuated.

“The fire is being treated as deliberate and officers are following a positive line of enquiry.”

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they were in attendance and extinguished the blaze shortly after 9pm.

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