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A two-house fire in Orchard Park on Bonfire Night was caused by a firework thrown into a mailbox, the Humberside Fire and Rescue Service confirmed.
Firefighters were called to Thorpepark Road around 8:20 p.m. on Thursday, November 5 to tackle two burning houses.
A nearby resident said they saw “a massive fire” with large groups of people gathered outside and praised the fire service for their “astonishing” quick response.
Rumors circulated on social media about young people attacking properties in the area with fireworks.
The Humberside Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed that the fire started due to a firework through the mailbox.
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All the occupants managed to escape the fire and one man was left in the care of the ambulance service after being treated for smoke inhalation.
Sadly, three domestic pets died in the fire.
A spokeswoman for the service said: “A fire investigation has been carried out on the property and it has been confirmed that it was due to a firework through the mailbox which then spread to a neighboring property.
“All the occupants left before our arrival. An adult man was treated for smoke inhalation before being handed over to the ambulance service.
“A dog and two cats were found dead on the property.”
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