Fire forces residents from block of flats

News imageHIWFRS Sarnia Court in Southampton - large block of flats with numerous firefighters and fire engines at the front of the building.HIWFRS
People had to leave their flats after smoke was reported and alarms went off at about 03:00 GMT

People living in a block flats have been forced to leave their homes in the early hours after a fire broke out.

Crews were called to Sarnia Court in Southampton at about 03:00 GMT after reports of smoke and alarms sounding in the block.

Hampshire fire service said there were no reports of injuries. Firefighters are working to locate and extinguish the fire.

A rest centre for residents has been opened at Redbridge Primary School. People are being urged to avoid the area around Boniface Crescent.