The University of Warwick has issued an update after a large fire at one of its student halls of residence. Fire crews were called to Arthur Vick 1 on Wednesday evening (19 November).

The fire, said to have been an accident, has been extinguished and it is understood no one is hurt - students impacted were evacuated and found somewhere else to stay.

A University spokesperson said: “Emergency services were called to a fire on campus at the Arthur Vick 1 residence block on Wednesday night at around 9pm. The fire is now out. All students were evacuated, and no injuries have been reported.

"Those affected were helped by the University to find alternative forms of emergency accommodation. All students are safe and have been temporarily relocated. Wellbeing services are providing support to t

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