A police cordon is in place on Barlow Moor Road in Chorlton this evening (October 11) after a fire broke out above a shop. Emergency services are at the scene, with multiple fire engines and police cars present.
Fire above BBM Bargains
Photos and videos from the scene show leaping flames coming from the second-floor window above BBM Bargains, one of a row of businesses. The fire is believed to have started at around 8:30pm.
Officers are training hoses on the building as firefighters and police work at the scene. A road closure is in place from the end of the row of shops up to the junction with Hardy Lane and Mauldeth Road West.
Eyewitness account
An eyewitness reported seeing smoke emanating from the window at around 8:20pm. "After two minutes, the window exploded and the fire came out," they said.
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service has been contacted for more information. This is a breaking news story - updates to follow.
