Huge fire tears through 150-year-old church as thick smoke engulfs city centre
Nine fire engines and about 60 firefighters battled the blaze as crews removed a church warden's coffin and the cause remained unknown.
- A major fire broke out at St Andrew's Church on Jarrom Street in Leicester late Tuesday night, sending thick smoke billowing across the city on Wednesday and prompting an emergency response.
- Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service deployed approximately 60 firefighters from seven fire stations to combat the blaze, which caused "severe damage" to the roof of the more than 160-year-old building.
- Firefighters using breathing apparatus retrieved a coffin containing a body from the church overnight, ensuring it was moved to safety ahead of a funeral service originally scheduled for Wednesday.
- The Diocese of Leicester confirmed it was "deeply saddened" by the incident, which forced Wednesday's funeral relocation; officials reported no casualties and that everyone was accounted for.
- Leicestershire Police have taken over the matter to determine the fire's cause, with investigators expected to begin assessing the site once it is deemed safe for entry.
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