Fire engines from Hinckley and Nuneaton were called to help.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue were called to a fire in Granville Gardens, Hinckley on Monday evening after receiving a 999 call.
When firefighters arrived at the scene they found the flat 'heavily smoke logged' and located the source of the fire in the kitchen.
The residents were forced to evacuate the flats due to the blaze.
No one was injured in the incident and the cause of the fire has not been confirmed.
Maternity mental health support
Health visitors in Leicestershire are encouraging parents of babies and toddlers to ‘take time to talk’ and reach out for support during Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week.
Police appeal for drivers of seventeen cars to come forward
Officers investigating a report of sexual assault have identified a number of vehicles which were in the area of Baines Lane between 6.20pm and 6.40pm on Saturday - and are appealing for the occupants to come forward.
Man appears in court after Quorn stabbings
A 23-year-old man has been charged in connection with the stabbing in Quorn last week.
Man arrested after assault near M1 services
A 59-year-old man has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into a sexual assault near services on the M1.
Serious assault near to M1 Services
Serious assault near to M1 Services - arrest now made
Loughborough Queen's Park Toilets closed for two days
Queens Park Toilets in Loughborough closed 27th & 28th April
New sculpture unveiled outside Earl Shilton library
A new sculpture of mosaics depicting the history of Earl Shilton has been unveiled outside the town's library.
Police respond to reports of double-stabbing in Quorn
Extra police patrols are being carryied out in Quorn following a report of a double-stabbing last night.
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