The damage at Violet Close in Benwell, Newcastle(Image: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire)

Harrowing images show devastating damage after major fire in Newcastle

Three adults and one child were taken to hospital following the incident

by · NottinghamshireLive

Aerial photographs reveal the severe damage to homes following a significant blaze in Newcastle. In the early hours of Wednesday, before 1am, three adults and one child were hospitalised after a fire broke out in Violet Close, Benwell and Elswick.

A North East Ambulance Service spokesperson confirmed that the individuals received initial treatment on-site before being transported to the hospital. Emergency services have been active in the vicinity throughout the morning, resulting in road closures nearby.

Local residents have been urged to keep windows and doors shut, and motorists are advised to steer clear of the area. The images captured show extensive damage to several houses, with at least three properties visibly impacted, reports Chronicle Live.

The North East Ambulance Service detailed their response: "We were called to an incident in the Elswick area of Newcastle at 12.45am today. We dispatched four paramedic crews, four crews from our hazardous area response team (Hart), a doctor, a specialist paramedic, a clinical team leader, a duty officer and a tactical adviser to the scene. We treated and conveyed four patients - three adults and one child - to hospital for further treatment."

Emergency services at the scene at Violet Close in Benwell, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, after three adults and one child were taken to hospital following a large fire in the residential street overnight(Image: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire)

A Northumbria Police spokesperson has provided a statement regarding an incident: "Shortly before 12.45am today (Wednesday), police were contacted by Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, who are dealing with a fire at an address in the Violet Close area of Newcastle. Emergency services remain in attendance at the scene. Road closures are in place on Buddle Road and the surrounding area, and motorists and residents are advised to avoid the area and to keep doors and windows closed if they see and smell smoke."

Additionally, the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service issued a warning: "We currently have several firefighting appliances in attendance at a large-scale incident in Violet Close, Newcastle. Please avoid the area and keep doors and windows closed until further notice."