A FEMALE was treated by paramedics for smoke inhalation and then taken to Noble's Hospital for further checks following a flat fire in the early hours of this morning (Saturday).

It happened at 1.35am in Kensington Avenue, Douglas.

On arrival two firefighters from the first appliance at the scene entered the heavily smoke logged property wearing breathing apparatus.

Using a high pressure hose reel the team ensured the fire, which was confined to the lounge area, was extinguished.

There was minor damage to some furnishings and fittings.

Crews used a positive pressure fan to ventilate the rooms.

The fire is not thought to be suspicious and the cause is under investigation. Apart from the female casualty no other injuries were reported.

Station Officer John Kelly said fire precautions in this type of property are regulated in the Island under The Fire Precautions (Flats) Regulations 1996.

The flat complied with these regulations, however anyone who lives in a flat and has any concerns should ring 647328 and speak to a member of the Flats Team.

For more fire safety advice or a free home safety visit call 647303 or see www.iomfire.com

The age of the person taken to hospital has not been released.