Residents Evacuated as Fire Engulfs Newtownards - Latest News

Emergency services are currently attending a fire in Newtownards on Tuesday night. Residents have been evacuated after a blaze in the Tower Court area of the town on March 25, with the public asked to avoid the area.

Northern Ireland Ambulance Service Statement

The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service received a 999 call at 18:09 on Tuesday, March 25, following reports of a fire incident in the Tower Court area of Newtownards. NIAS dispatched two emergency crews to the incident. Following assessment and treatment at the scene, no patients were taken to hospital.

Police Service of Northern Ireland Update

Police are currently at the scene of a fire in the Tower Court area of Newtownards, where officers are assisting emergency services colleagues with the evacuation of residents. Cordons are in place and we would ask that the public avoid the area at this time. An update will be provided in due course. Follow our live updates in the blog below...

Reports say that the fire happened at Scrabo Fold in the Tower Court area.

Police are currently at the scene of a fire in the Tower Court area of Newtownards, where officers are assisting emergency services colleagues with the evacuation of residents. Cordons are in place, and we would ask that the public avoid the area at this time. An update will be provided shortly. We will keep you informed with the latest information as it becomes available.