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Person injured in Nelson house fire

July 27, 2021
A firefighter operates a fire truck while battling the SkyCity NZ International Convention Centre fire.

A firefighter operates a fire truck. (Source: 1 NEWS)

One person has been injured in a house fire in Nelson.

By Jessica Morris

Fire and Emergency have told 1 NEWS they are fighting a "well-involved" house fire in Belgrove.

Fire crews were called to the incident just after 2pm, and 10 appliances and three support units are tackling the blaze.

A single-storey building and adjoining flat are also on fire. No other properties are at risk.

St John confirmed they treated one person with minor injuries at the scene.

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