Two injured after house collapses in Langford Road in Portsmouth

A house has collapsed in Hampshire leaving two people injured. Firefighters were called in the morning to Langford Road in Portsmouth. The injured people suffered minor injuries and were taken to the hospital after an initial examination.

A South Central Ambulance Service spokesman said the inhabitants only suffered minor injuries. They were transferred to QA Hospital for further treatment. The neighbourhood properties have been evacuated to keep everyone safe. The road has also been closed as a barrier has been placed to keep people out of the area.

Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service stated that a team from Southsea Fire Station and a USAR advisor were present at the location to evaluate the situation. They further wrote that they have handed over the case to Hampshire Constabulary and Portsmouth City Council engineers, and they are working to close the power and gas supplies.



The pictures taken by a drone at 8.40 am show damage done to the property. The roof has completely caved in, and there has been severe damage to surrounding properties.

A temporary shelter has been established for people who cannot return to their homes tonight.

FAQs:

1. What is HIWFRS?
   Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is a fire and rescue service in the UK. They provide lifesaving services to the community.
2. What has happened in Portsmouth?
   A house collapsed on Langford Road in Portsmouth on Wednesday morning. The collapse has left two people injured with minor injuries. They were transferred to a hospital.