Oldham fire LIVE as huge blaze sends plumes of black smoke billowing into sky
Emergency crews are responding to a large warehouse fire in Oldham, Greater Manchester, which began on Saturday night. Thick black smoke has been reported, though there is no current information regarding potential casualties.
Why it matters
Large industrial fires pose immediate public safety risks and potential environmental hazards to local communities.
Fire crews have scrambled to Oldham following reports of a large fire at a warehouse on Saturday (June 27), it is understood. Videos and pictures shared on social media show huge plumes of smoke billowing out of the building in Pretoria Road, Hollins, off Hollins Road. In drone footage, at least three fire engines can be seen in attendance. It is not clear if there have been any casualties. Click here to get the biggest stories straight to your inbox in our Daily Newsletter Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service have confirmed they are in attendance after a blaze broke out at 9.40pm. This is an ongoing incident, follow our live blog below for further updates:
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