Woman Airlifted to Hospital After ‘Large’ House Fire Near Lichfield
A woman has been airlifted to hospital following a serious house fire that broke out near Lichfield, Staffordshire. Emergency services were called to the scene in the early hours of Friday morning after reports of a significant blaze engulfing a property in the quiet village of Whittington.
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that crews from several stations, including Lichfield, Tamworth and Cannock, responded to the incident at around 3:15am. On arrival, firefighters were met with intense flames and heavy smoke pouring from the detached two-storey house.
Due to the scale of the fire, additional crews and equipment, including an aerial ladder platform, were deployed to help bring the blaze under control. The operation lasted several hours, with firefighters battling the fire from both inside and outside the property.
A woman, believed to be in her 60s, was rescued from the building by emergency responders. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed she was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation and burns before being airlifted to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, where she remains in a serious but stable condition.
A spokesperson for the ambulance service said:
“We were called to reports of a house fire in Whittington at 3:20am. One woman was located inside the property and, after receiving trauma care at the scene, was airlifted to hospital for further treatment. No one else was reported to be in the house at the time.”
Neighbours described being awoken in the early hours by the sound of alarms and the glow of the fire. One resident, who lives opposite the house, said:
*”It was terrifying to see. The whole front of the house was lit up by the flames. Firefighters worked so hard to contain it. We just hope the lady pulls through.”*
The cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed, but fire investigators remained at the scene throughout the day conducting inquiries. The property suffered extensive damage, with the roof partially collapsed and much of the interior destroyed.
A spokesperson for Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service said:
*”We are currently carrying out a full investigation into the cause of the fire. We urge residents to ensure smoke alarms are fitted and tested regularly. They can save lives in emergencies like this.”*
The incident has left the small community in shock, with many rallying to offer support and donations for the affected homeowner. Local councillors have also expressed concern and support for emergency crews who worked in challenging conditions to control the fire.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact Staffordshire Fire and Rescue or Staffordshire Police.
As investigations continue, the woman’s condition is being closely monitored. Emergency services have praised the quick response of their teams, which they believe was crucial in preventing an even more tragic outcome.
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