A HOUSE caught fire in the early hours of this morning.

Two appliances from Blackburn Fire Service were called to the property on Ambleside Close, Daisyfield, Blackburn, at 1:37am.

Firefighters had to use breathing apparatus, a hose reel and a positive pressure ventilation unit to control the fire.

The front door and storage shed at the property were damaged by flames and smoke filled the first floor.