Fire in derelict building treated as arson
Firefighters tackled the blaze using breathing apparatus and hose jets
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A fire that broke out in a derelict building is being treated as arson.
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service attended Newbold Road in Rugby at about 13:40 GMT and brought the blaze under control just after 16:30 with the help of a crew from Northamptonshire.
A fire service spokeswoman said the fire was believed to have been started deliberately and Warwickshire Police attended the incident.
The BBC has contacted the force for comment.
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