Photographers at the scene of today’s fire have caught some dramatic shots as the blaze ravaged the former Clock Hotel in Welwyn.
The fire service has said they do not believe anyone was injured as a result of the blaze, which saw around a dozen fire engines and scores of firefighters in attendance.
Crews are currently (5.45pm) still at the scene and police are asking people to avoid the area.
See the galleries of pictures in the links to the right.
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