Firefighters called to blaze at Salford leisure centre

Crews from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) battled a fire at a leisure center on Liverpool Road in Salford this morning (Friday 10 May).

Update from 09:15

A spokesman for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “Four fire engines remain at the scene of the fire at a leisure center in Liverpool Street, Salford this morning.

“Crews were first called to the fire just before 2.45am in the early hours of this morning (Friday, May 10). At the height of the incident, eight fire engines from across the city-region were called to the scene, along with specialist apparatus, and firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used hose reels and jets to bring the fire under control and prevent further expansion.

“Road closures remain in place around the incident this morning while firefighters work with emergency service partners and local authorities to keep the scene safe. We expect to remain on site for the remainder of the day.

“We ask that local residents and members of the public continue to avoid the area while crews work.”

Update from 06:45

A spokesman for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “At around 2.45am today (Friday 10 May), eight fire engines from Greater Manchester plus the command support unit from Hyde fire station, the main engine from Bolton fire station and the technical response from Leigh were called to a fire involving a recreational vehicle. center on Liverpool Street, Salford.

“Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus worked quickly to bring the fire under control using drums and hose jets. Crews remain in attendance alongside partners from Greater Manchester Police and Salford Borough Council with roads closed.”

05.10.2024 09:18