Domestic fire - Longshaw Drive, Little Hulton

3:30pm update

Fire crews remain at the scene of the incident on Longshaw Drive, Little Hulton. Firefighters used six breathing apparatus, three hose reels, one jet, a turntable ladder and thermal imaging camera to extinguish the fire. 

Firefighters were able to stop significant fire spread to neighbouring properties and will be in attendance at the scene for a number of hours. 

Three casualties have been conveyed to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation and a number of residents were evacuated and checked as a precaution by North West Ambulance Service (NWAS). 

1.45pm update

At 12:33 on 20 April 2021 six fire engines from across Greater Manchester responded to a fire at a domestic premises on Longshaw Drive, Little Hulton.

An aerial platform, breathing apparatus unit, command support unit and support appliances are also in attendance. 

Fire crews are currently on scene using six breathing apparatus, three hose reels and one jet.

Local residents are advised to keep their doors and windows shut and avoid the area. 

20/04/2021 13:43 PM