Cafe partially collapses as fire engulfs building
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and RescueAbout 50 firefighters are tackling a fire at a cafe in Dorchester which has caused the building to partially collapse.
The fire broke out at The Gorge Cafe on South Street shortly after 03:30 GMT.
The blaze had also spread into the roof spaces of two neighbouring properties, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue said.
No injuries have been reported, but a number of local residents have been moved to a safe place and those living nearby have been urged to keep windows and doors closed.
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and RescueThe fire service said South Street and parts of Trinity Street remained closed.
The cause of the fire is not yet known but an investigation will be carried out when it is safe to do so, the fire service said.
You can follow BBC Dorset on Facebook, X, or Instagram.
External Internet links
