Pair rescued in fire drama

RETAINED firefighters called for volunteers after they helped save two Ferring residents from a smoke-logged bungalow.

Part-time firemen from East Preston joined Worthing fire brigade to battle the Highdown Way blaze at 1.30am on Monday.

A disabled man and a woman, found in the house, were taken to Worthing Hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation and shock.

A West Sussex fire brigade spokeswoman said: "The fire is believed to have been caused by an unattended candle burning on a TV set.

"It s a timely reminder, especially at Christmas, of the danger of burning candles and the importance of fitting and maintaining a smoke alarm."

East Preston station commander Jon Mays said his brother Jeff and colleague Tim Cooper pulled the smoke-blackened victims from the flames.

All three were retained firefighters and Mr Mays urged people to give the life-saving job a try.