Emergency services have descended on a Prestwich estate after a fire broke out at a property this evening (October 17). Police, firefighters and paramedics have all been in attendance at Rectory Green, off Rectory Lane.
Three fire engines at the scene
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) says it was called out to the incident at around 6.50pm. Three fire engines are in attendance alongside Greater Manchester Police.
Images from the area also show both North West Ambulance Service and North West Air Ambulance vehicles in attendance. Multiple emergency services vehicles have parked up on Rectory Lane in the roadworks, near to Prestwich Metrolink stop.
Crews remain in attendance
Officials are yet to confirm the extent of the fire and whether anyone has been injured following the incident. A GMFRS spokesperson said: “Shortly before 6:50pm this evening (Saturday, October 17), Three fire engines from Agecroft, Blackley and Heywood fire stations were called to an incident involving a domestic building on Rectory Green, Prestwich.
“Firefighters are currently working alongside GMP to make the area safe. Crews remain in attendance at this time.”
GMP has been approached for further details.
