Fire at indoor market and bowling alley in Great Yarmouth

Fire at indoor market and bowling alley in Great Yarmouth

Firefighters have been battling a blaze at a bowling alley at a seaside town.

Twenty-two fire engines were called at about 03:20 BST on Friday to the Regent Superbowl and indoor market in Great Yarmouth.

The fire has gone through the roof, the building on Regent Road has partially collapsed, and is fully engulfed by fire.

People living nearby have been led to safety and police have told local residents to keep their doors and windows closed.

It is being tackled by 80 firefighters.

Phil Thompson, the owner of Regent Superbowl, told the BBC: “I got a call at 04:00 BST and came down here and could see the smoke.

“I felt sick inside. After four years of back-breaking work to get it where it is. It’s been the best season we’ve had. All the indoor units are full. I feel sorry for all the traders (in the indoor market), many who won’t be insured.”

He said firefighters have told him there is “not a lot left of the building. It will have to be pulled down”.

Original source: BBC News

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