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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Emergency services called to office block after fire breaks out
Emergency services were called to an office block in Greater Manchester after a fire broke out. Roads around the Park Gates building in Prestwich were cordoned off as fire crews dealt with the blaze this afternoon (August 9). Five fire engines from across Greater Manchester attended the incident on Bury New Road and remained on the scene for several hours. Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) first received reports of the incident at around 11.45am. READ MORE: Police launch investigation after water in Cheshire canal suddenly 'disappears' READ MORE: Tragedy as man dies at Manchester Airport Sedgley Park Road was cordoned off while firefighters tackled the blaze but the road reopened shortly after 3pm. Never miss a story with the MEN's daily Catch Up newsletter - get it in your inbox by signing up here GMFRS are investigating the cause of the fire but the Manchester Evening News understands it is not being treated as suspicious. A GMFRS spokesperson said: 'At around 11.45am on Saturday 9 August, five fire engines from across Greater Manchester were called to attend a commercial building fire on Bury New Road, Prestwich. 'Crews arrived quickly and used two hose reels, breathing apparatus and other specialist equipment to extinguish the fire. 'The incident is being scaled back but firefighters remain at the scene, working alongside Greater Manchester Police to make sure the area is safe.'
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Fire causes huge plume of black smoke above town
A huge plume of smoke has risen across a town after a fire broke out at a commercial garage. Crews were called to the blaze on Jermyn Street in Rochdale at about 18:15 BST, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said. The fire involved a vehicle and a container at the garage, and took the combined efforts of four fire engines to put out, with firefighters still at the scene to continue damping down the area. A GMFRS spokeswoman said: "Crews arrived quickly and used three hose reels, a 45mm jet, a drone and aerial platform ladder to extinguish the fire." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230. Related internet links Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Devastation as fire rips through garage and shipping container goes up in flames
A devastating fire involving a vehicle and shipping container ripped through a garage in a Greater Manchester town. Aerial images from the scene on the edge of Rochdale town centre show the devastation caused by the fire this evening (August 7). Fire crews were called to the blaze at a commercial garage in Jermyn Street, which involved a vehicle and a container, at around 6.15pm. Huge plumes of black smoke engulfed the area with onlookers left 'panicked' as they feared it might spread, one eyewitness said. READ MORE: LIVE: Huge fire in Greater Manchester town as black smoke fills the air - latest updates READ MORE: 'We've been stuck in a hotel room living off Pot Noodles for weeks, it's a nightmare' The fire is now under control but some roads remain closed as crews using specialist equipment continue 'damping down' the area. Never miss a story with the MEN's daily Catch Up newsletter - get it in your inbox by signing up here A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: 'At around 6.15pm today (Thursday 7 August), four fire engines from Rochdale, Littleborough and Heywood fire stations attended a fire involving a vehicle and a container at a commercial garage on Jermyn Street, Rochdale. 'Crews arrived quickly and used three hose reels, a 45mm jet, a drone and aerial platform ladder to extinguish the fire. "Greater Manchester Police are in attendance to assist with road cordons while firefighters remain on the scene to continue damping down the area.' Rugby Road, James Street and the top of Jermyn Street remain closed while buses are still being diverted away from Yorkshire Street. Mohammed Yousaf from Auto Shop in Milkstone Road told the Manchester Evening News that people in the area were 'panicking'. He said: "They were in a panic, hoping it doesn't get worse. I told them to close all your windows. "All the black smoke, it's not good to inhale it. After that, I heard the fire brigade come, probably around three. "Then I heard some other sirens. I thought it's time to leave, before I get stuck there." Join the Manchester Evening News WhatsApp group HERE
BBC News
5 days ago
- Automotive
- BBC News
Garage fire causes huge plume of black smoke above town
A huge plume of smoke has risen across a town after a fire broke out at a commercial garage. Crews were called to the blaze on Jermyn Street in Rochdale at about 18:15 BST, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said. The fire involved a vehicle and a container at the garage, and took the combined efforts of four fire engines to put out, with firefighters still at the scene to continue damping down the area.A GMFRS spokeswoman said: "Crews arrived quickly and used three hose reels, a 45mm jet, a drone and aerial platform ladder to extinguish the fire." Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
Yahoo
05-08-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Emergency services descend on major route near Manchester city centre after BMW crash
There was a massive emergency service response after a crash on the city centre ring road tonight (Tuesday, August 5). Trinity Way in Salford was shut off heading towards the city centre after the crash which was said to involve just one car. Pictures from the scene showed a BMW with its front end embedded into a lamppost. READ MORE: Mum 'traumatised' after dog walker pushes her in canal as she cycled to work READ MORE: 'I never thought for one minute the fire service could do that to my house' Police, rescue specialists from the fire service, and paramedics all attended the scene. Never miss a story with the MEN's daily Catch Up newsletter - get it in your inbox by signing up here One person was taken to hospital by ambulance, it has been confirmed. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: 'At just after 8.10pm today (Tuesday 5 August), fire crews were called to reports of a road traffic collision on Trinity Way, Salford. 'One fire engine from Blackley Community Fire Station and the technical response unit from Ashton quickly attended the incident which involved one vehicle. Join the Manchester Evening News WhatsApp group HERE 'One person was assessed at the scene and then conveyed to hospital by North West Ambulance Service. 'Firefighters made the area safe before departing after approximately 45 minutes at the scene.' Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have been approached for further details. One motorist said they had 'never seen so many emergency response vehicles.' They said they were left stuck on nearby East Ordsall Lane for almost an hour. -- For the latest stories and breaking news visit Get the latest headlines, features and analysis that matter to you by signing up to our various Manchester Evening News newsletters here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to stay up to date with the us on X @mennewsdesk for all the latest stories and updates on breaking incidents from across the region and beyond, as well as on our Facebook page you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our newsdesk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it.
