FIREFIGHTERS were called to a street near the centre of Chester in the early hours of this morning (Friday, November 1).

A fire crew arrived at the scene on Henshall Street at around 2.10am where they discovered a fire involving a pile of rubbish.

A hose reel jet was used to extinguish the flames.

Cheshire Police have also been informed about the incident as it is believed that the fire was started deliberately.