Fire severely damages Haltwhistle working men's club
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Firefighters were called to the blaze at about 02:00 GMT
A fire has severely damaged a working men's club and caused the evacuation of a number of homes.
The alarm was raised at about 02:00 GMT when a blaze took hold at the building in Haltwhistle, Northumberland.
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service said the flames were under control by 08:20 with crews remaining on the scene until about 15:45.
There were no reports of casualties and the cause will be investigated, brigade manager Richard Leighton said.
A brigade spokesman said a number of people in neighbouring properties were "evacuated to a nearby pub for welfare".
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Mr Leighton said: "The building has been severely damaged by fire with a partial collapse of the gable end.
"We've been working closely with Northumbria Police and the utility companies to make the building safe."
The club has suffered severe damage, firefighters said
He thanked residents for their "support and patience" during the disruption.
Electricity was restored in the area during the afternoon, the brigade said, with roads reopening when crews were stood down.
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