Two people were taken to hospital yesterday after a house fire in Radlett.

Crews from St Albans, Garston, Borehamwood and Watford were called at 5.46am to Oakridge Avenue.

The detached house was on fire on the ground and first floor.

Four sets of breathing apparatus, two jets and one hose reel were used in the incident. The casualties were suffering from smoke inhalation but their condition is not said to be serious.