FIREFIGHTERS were called to a fire involving a tumble dryer in the basement of a pub building.
Crews attended the Eccleson Arms on Prescot Road on Sunday evening, November 1.
Two fire engines went to the scene shortly before 7.30pm.
Firefighters used carbon dioxide extinguishers to put out the flames.
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A Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service spokeswoman said: "Firefighters were called to a public house on Prescot Road, St Helens on Sunday, November 1.
"Crews were alerted at 7.21pm and on scene at 7.26pm. Two fire engines attended.
"On arrival crews found a fire in the basement of the property involving a tumble dryer.
"Crews used CO2 extinguishers to tackle the fire.
"No further action was required and fire crews left the scene at 7.44pm."
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