January 22, 2025

By Neil Henderson

As demolition began, it was easy to see abandoned furniture and other belongings.

The demolition of a Lochgelly block that was destroyed in a fire last month is underway. Inside, the belongings of residents are still visible.

Fire destroyed 12 of the apartments in Francis Street when it engulfed a building owned by Fife Council.

David Morton Ltd, a demolition company based in Falkirk, has started tearing down the building.

The outer wall was removed by a large machine, which exposed many belongings of former tenants.

As construction begins, the belongings of residents are clearly visible.

From the street, you can clearly see bathroom and kitchen fixtures, furniture, and other belongings.

As demolition continued, a still-plumbed washing machine was seen in one apartment.

Two more bicycles have been found among the debris and rubble.

The building is in danger of collapsing, so residents who were forced to leave their home are not allowed to return.

Only a few sentimental objects were recovered by the flats that suffered minimal damage.

On October 23, fire crews were called in from all over Fife to fight the blaze, which was at its peak visible three miles from Cowdenbeath.

After an investigation, the police have charged two individuals with attempted murder.

The fire was contained and no one was injured.

Garry Nicoll, the manager of building safety and standards at Fife Council confirmed that demolition had already begun.

He said: Due to the forecasted windy conditions, which could have damaged loose materials on the roofs of the flats we decided to begin full demolition as soon as possible.

The work will begin today and continue through the next week.

Fife Council will develop new plans for housing at the site.

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