04/01/2024
Emergency services called to Manchester school fire
A huge emergency services response is underway after a fire was reported at The Dean Trust Ardwick Secondary School in this evening.
The fire, reportedly on the first floor in a school building, on , has caused the road to become blocked with a number of fire engines tonight.
Firefighters are in attendance currently tackling the ongoing blaze. Pictures from the scene show a large fire service response at the incident, along with police.
The cause of the fire or any further details have not yet been confirmed.
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service have said “At around 7:30pm this evening (Thursday, 4th January), firefighters were called to reports of a fire at the in .
“Eight fire engines from Gorton, Moss Side, Salford, Philips Park, Blackley, Manchester Central and Withington fire stations, as well as several specialist appliances are currently at the scene involving a fire in a classroom of the school.
“Firefighters are using hose reels and breathing apparatus to bring the fire under control. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have closed Stockport Road and ask residents to avoid the area until further notice. Road closures are expected to be in place for some time.” .
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