Fire in Lurgan believed to have been started deliberately

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By Simon Hunter

It's believed a fire at a derelict building in Lurgan was started deliberately.

The high street was closed to traffic for a time this morning, as emergency services extinguished the blaze.

Northern Ireland Fire Service Group Commander Max Joyce has this message for those behind it.

He told Q Radio, no members of the public were put in danger.

Speaking to Q Radio, Upper Bann MLA Carla Lockhart says it caused significant damage and disruption.

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