Firefighters were called to a caravan fire in Maghull on Friday evening, with thick black smoke billowing across the sky near Hall Lane. Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service received reports of the blaze at 6.05pm on July 17, 2026, and arrived at the scene seven minutes later.
Details of the Incident
Crews found a private compound containing four caravans, with two of them already "well alight" upon arrival, according to a fire service spokesperson. One fire engine attended the scene, and firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used two hose reel jets to tackle the flames. Merseyside Police also attended, and no injuries were reported.
Witness Accounts
Local residents reported seeing smoke from across the area. One person on social media said they heard what sounded like an "explosion" shortly before noticing the smoke. Images shared online showed large plumes of black smoke stretching high into the sky.
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed. The incident was ongoing as of Friday evening.
