A MAN was taken to hospital after he was rescued from a flat fire.
Firefighters helped the man escape the fire in Eastern Terrace, Heworth, at 6.20 on Friday morning.
The fire is believed to have started on the first floor.
Crews from York and Acomb were sent to the scene and used breathing apparatus and a hose reel to tackle the blaze. The man was treated for smoke inhalation.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here