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Several people in hospital following Hamilton jail fire

Toronto Ambulance
Toronto Ambulance
One person has potentially lifethreatening injuries

Eight people have been taken to hospital after a fire broke out in the Barton Street jail in Hamilton.

Hamilton Fire says it started around 6 p.m on the first floor and was quickly knocked down.

Paramedics say one person has potentially life-threatening injuries while the rest are in serious but stable condition.

The injured are said to include four staff members and four prisoners.