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- ➡️ A huge fire has broken out at a block of retirement flats in Westbourne
- ➡️ 62 people have been evacuated with 21 rescued
- ➡️ 60 firefighters are on the scene
- ➡️ Emergency services will be on the scene for the rest of the day
- ➡️ People are being urged to avoid the area if they can
- ➡️ We'll be bringing you latest updates as we get them
- ➡️ Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has been contacted for more details
- ➡️ Get in touch by emailing newsdesk@bournemouthecho.co.uk or tweet us @Bournemouthecho
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