EMERGENCY crews have been called to a fire in Reading this morning.
Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service were called around 3.30am on Sunday, February 13, to tackle a blaze at Royal Court in Kings Road at its junction with Kennet Street.
The roads were closed for a period, to allow firefighters to bring the fire under control. They have since reopened.
Police said that a cordon is in place and people should avoid the area if possible.
A number were residents have been evacuated and one person has been treated for smoke inhalation.
At this time, Thames Valley Police do not believe there is anyone missing.
In a statement, Thames Valley Police said: “The emergency services were called to the scene at around 3.30am today, following reports of a fire, the cause of which is still being established.
“We will provide further updates when we have them.”
