Multiple Fires Damage Flats, Homes Across England, Illinois

Multiple significant fires were reported across various locations, with emergency services responding promptly to contain the damage and ensure public safety. On Portswood Road, a fire destroyed one flat and damaged three others above a mosque, requiring firefighters to use hose reel jets and ventilation fans to manage the blaze. In Lenham, nine fire engines battled a severe house fire overnight, with residents advised to keep windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke; no injuries were reported. The Decatur Fire Department responded to a fire at an unoccupied home undergoing renovations, which caused major damage and is under investigation. In southwest Charlotte, a fire confined to a second-floor apartment bathroom and attic was contained in 18 minutes, deemed accidental with no injuries and damages estimated at $10,000. Additionally, Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service fought a building fire in Norwich with multiple units for two hours, using thermal imaging to check for hotspots after extinguishing the flames.