An investigation into how a fire at Bristol's derelict Grosvenor Hotel was started will begin later today. Emergency services received "a large volume of calls" at around 10pm last night regarding the blaze on Victoria Street, Bristol which resulted in an evacuation from a neighbouring building.
It has since been confirmed by Avon Fire and Rescue service that the cause of the fire is currently "unknown" and an investigation will be carried out later today (19 October.) A spokesperson added that fortunately, there were no casualties following the hotel fire.
Members of the public were also asked to stay away from the scene last night while fire crews tackled the huge blaze. Fire services attended the scene from eight separate stations situated across Bristol. Although the blaze was "safely extinguished," a cordon remains in place.
