MULTIPLE firefighters attended a property fire in Boscombe on Saturday night, October 5.

A resident reported seeing eight fire engines during the incident in Palmerston Road.

Posting on social media at the time of the incident, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue said: "We are currently dealing with a property fire on Palmerston Road, Bournemouth.

"Due to the number of appliances in attendance, some of the road is closed.

"There is no access at this time either.

"Please avoid the area where possible."

WATCH: More than 35 firefighters tackle evening property fire

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said fire crews attended from Westbourne, Christchurch, Redhill Park, Springbourne and also Poole.

The fire service carrying out an inspection on Sunday morningThe fire service carrying out an inspection on Sunday morning (Image: Newsquest)

The fire was reported shortly before 6pm when smoke was seen in the area.

The last fire engine left the scene at around 9pm.

The fire service carrying out an inspection on Sunday morningThe fire service carrying out an inspection on Sunday morning (Image: Newsquest) One crew will carry out an inspection on Sunday morning.

There are currently no details on the cause of the fire. 

Police also attended and the Daily Echo has contacted Dorset Police for details.

More follows.