St Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, Chester. Picture: Google.
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a fire at a Chester church on Wednesday, November 9.
The incident was reported to Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service at 8.39am.
Two fire engines were deployed to the scene of the incident at St Clare of Assisi Catholic Church in Downsfield Road, Lache, Chester.
The fire was believed to have started accidentally by a candle. Firefighters used breathing apparatus and a hose reel jet to put the fire out.
A spokesperson for the fire service confirmed all persons were accounted for.
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