Fire crews were called out to a blaze at a derelict industrial building in Saddleworth, near Dovestone Reservoir, today (Monday, August 26) as a large plume of smoke filled the sky.
Firefighters were initially called out shortly before 4pm to reports of a fire at a building near the popular beauty spot.
Several fire engines attended the scene, as well as a turntable ladder and the drone unit, to put out the fire, which took firefighters a number of hours.
AS IT HAPPENED: Residents warned to close doors and windows due to fire near Dovestone
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “At around 3.45pm on Monday 26 August, fire crews were called to reports of a fire at a derelict industrial building off Holmfirth Road, Saddleworth.
“Five fire engines from Oldham, Chadderton, Stalybridge, Hollins, Ashton and Hyde stations, as well as a turntable ladder and the drone unit, were quickly mobilised to the incident.
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“Firefighters used two jets to extinguish the fire. Crews remain in attendance dampening down the remaining hotspots.”
Pictures and videos shared on social media showed a large plume of dark smoke coming from the building near Greenfield.
Residents in the area were told to keep their windows and doors shut as the fire raged.
🚒 Our crews are currently tackling a fire at an industrial building in Saddleworth, near Dovestone Reservoir.
— Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service (@manchesterfire) August 26, 2024
⚠️ The fire is generating a large plume of smoke. Please avoid the area if possible. Residents nearby should keep their windows and doors closed. pic.twitter.com/BeIQU0E4oV
There were no reports of any casualties by the time GMFRS confirmed the fire was out shortly after 8pm.
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