Seven people rushed to hospital after escaping blaze in their home in Lancashire

The fire broke out in the early hours of the morning in Accrington but the condition of those who managed to flee is unknown.

Three fire engines were scrambled to tackle the blaze after it erupted in the kitchen.

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