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Barton: Blaze destroys former Humber Bridge Country Hotel

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Pictures show the roof of the former hotel has collapsed

Fire crews have tackled a blaze which has gutted a former hotel in Barton.

Humberside Fire and Rescue Service was called to the fire at the disused Humber Bridge Country Hotel, off Far Ings Road, at about 05:00 BST.

A spokesperson said firefighters were damping down, but expected to be on site for the rest of the day.

People living nearby have been advised to keep windows and doors closed due to the amount of smoke in the area, which could be seen from a distance.

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Smoke and flames from the blaze in Barton could be seen from far away

At its height three fire engines and specialist equipment were used to tackle the blaze and the fire service said the building was "completely damaged".

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About 20 firefighters remain at the scene of the blaze in Barton
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