AN electrical fault has been blamed for causing an Old Colwyn fire yesterday (Wednesday, September 4).

Two crews were called to a fire at a property at Ffordd y Graig, Old Colwyn.

Crews from Colwyn Bay and Abergele were in attendance at the fire, which was tackled by two fire fighters with breathing apparatus.

A North Wales Fire and Rescue Service spokeswoman said it was believed an electrical fault caused the fire.