A MAN was treated for smoke inhalation following a fire at a property in Ellesmere Port.

Two fire crews were called out to the blaze on Sutton Way shortly before 8pm last night (Tuesday, December 1).

The fire was located in the kitchen and involved a chip pan.

A large fan was used to disperse smoke.

The 26-year-old man was suffering from mild smoke inhalation and was handed into the care of paramedics.

Crews were detained for about 30 minutes.

To use a chip pan safely when cooking please follow tips at www.cheshirefire.gov.uk