A BIG fire led to the evacuation of homeowners, and 15 engines rushed to the scene.
A 12-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a major fire broke out in Crewe, Cheshire.
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The fire sent thick black smoke into the skyCredit: X.com
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A fire broke out in a derelict building in Crewe
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15 fire engines participated in the call. Credit: Cheshire Fire and Rescue
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The fire service said a domed scorpion was taken to the scene Credit: Cheshire Fire and Rescue
Fire crews have been battling a blaze in Crewe, Cheshire since 4.30pm this afternoon and are advising locals to close their windows and stay indoors.
A number of specialist devices, including a long-reach scorpion turret, also attended the fire in the derelict building.
Photos show thick black smoke billowing from the empty warehouse this afternoon.
Cllr Claire Jesson said: “I would like to reassure local residents that this is believed to be an isolated incident, unrelated to the recent disturbances we have seen elsewhere in the district.
“A large number of officers are present at the scene to manage road closures and provide safety to the community.
“While our colleagues from Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service are tackling the blaze, we are urging residents in the nearby area to stay indoors with windows and doors closed at this time.
“I would also urge people not to congregate at the scene as this could hamper our response to this incident.”
Crews remained there at 21:30 with numerous road closures in the local area.
They said they are “making good progress” with the fire, but some residents may not be able to get home tonight.
A Cheshire Police spokesman said: “Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service are currently dealing with a large fire at an office building in Crewe.
“We have more patrols at the scene with a cordon to ensure the safety of nearby residents.
“Please evacuate the area as directed by officers while fire crews extinguish the fire.”
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to Catherine Street shortly before 4.30pm on Friday.
Water company United Utilities said the use of fire hydrants in the area had disrupted supplies to some customers.
It was also warned that sediment in the pipes could change the color of the water outside for some time afterwards.
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service issued a warning to the person operating the drone at the scene.
They added: “There have been reports of a drone flying over and around the scene of the incident. Please ask that drones not fly around the scene as this affects the police drone not assisting us in fighting the fire.”
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Crews remained there at 9.30pm Credit: Cheshire Fire and Rescue
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It is not clear at this stage what caused the fireCredit: Crew Nub News
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