An animal charity has issued a statement following reports a number of dogs tragically died in a barn fire.
Firefighters were called to the blaze at an address on Duncombes Road, Coates, at 4.47am this morning (Saturday March 14).
Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that "at least" seven dogs are believed to have died in the blaze.
A spokesperson for the RSPCA said: "We are deeply saddened by the reported loss of animals following this incident.
"We are continuing to support the efforts of Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue and Cambridgeshire Police, who requested our assistance, but cannot go into more detail at this time."
A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue added: "Crews arrived to find the barn on fire and used two hose reels to extinguish the flames.
"They worked hard to successfully prevent the fire from spreading to the main house. Firefighters used their Smokey Paws oxygen therapy kit to treat several dogs at the scene.
"Sadly, a number of dogs are believed to have died. A fire investigation is currently ongoing to determine the cause of the fire."
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