Major fire ravages disused hotel in Scarborough

Dozens of firefighters worked through the night

A major fire has ravaged a disused hotel in Scarborough.

At its height, 50 firefighters were tackling the blaze which broke out at the derelict Marine Residence hotel in Belmont Road at about 01:00 BST.

The fire service said neighbouring properties were evacuated as a precaution and residents urged to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke.

Police closed Ramshill Road and Belmont Road to allow emergency services to work on the scene.

Ten fire engines were at the scene along with two aerial ladders

The fire has destroyed the derelict building