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Blaze at University of Southampton Accommodation Site

Southampton University’s under-construction Mayflower student residence burst into flames on April 3 following an explosion that reportedly rocked the campus. Hampshire Fire Services tackled the blaze at the 10-storey building shortly after midday. The fire was brought under control and emergency services had left the scene after 3pm, according to local reports.

No one was injured or hurt by the blast. Credit: William James