Two people were hospitalised for smoke inhalation early on Monday after the front door of their home in Qormi was set on fire.

The incident happened at about 2am in Cannon Road.

The fierce flames spread to two neighbouring doors and a nearby parked car, causing considerable damage.

The flames were put out by fire-fighters of the Civil Protection Department.

The police are investigating arson. 

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