Two people were rushed to hospital after jumping from a flat to escape a fire.

Emergency services were called after flames broke out at a building in Denholm Green, in East Kilbride.

The incident took place yesterday, just after 2pm.

Police Scotland has confirmed that two people were taken to Wishaw General Hospital, after jumping to safety.

Officers are working to investigate the cause of the fire.

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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 2.10pm on Sunday, November 6, 2022, police received a report of a fire at a building in Denholm Green, East Kilbride.

“Emergency services attended and two people have been taken to Wishaw General Hospital after jumping from a flat. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the cause of the fire.”