A large fire broke out on Birch Street in Bury in the early hours of Tuesday, October 6, prompting warnings for residents to avoid the area. Fire crews arrived at the scene as plumes of smoke billowed from the blaze, with pictures showing firefighters using an aerial platform to extinguish the flames.
Residents told to keep windows and doors shut
Due to the amount of smoke, people living nearby have been urged to keep their windows and doors closed. A spokesperson for the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said: "Firefighters are currently tackling a fire on Birch Street, in Bury. Due to the amount of smoke, residents are advised to keep their windows and doors closed, and avoid the area."
Location of the fire
Birch Street sits just north of Bury town centre, near the Tesco Extra superstore. According to one eyewitness, the fire is behind the ambulance station, while another described it as a factory fire.
Crews remain at the scene, and a live blog is providing updates on the incident. The fire service has reiterated its advice for people to avoid the area while the operation continues.
