Woman dead after fire rips through home sending black smoke pouring into street

Four firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the building and began fighting the fire with hose reel jets while searching for occupants.

“As firefighters searched the bungalow they discovered a casualty, unconscious and not breathing.

“Firefighters immediately provided emergency first aid, but despite their best efforts, sadly were unable to save the woman.

“North West Ambulance Service and Merseyside Police were also in attendance at the incident.