Station Manager Martin Counsell provided incident update regarding the commercial building fire on Railway Street, Stacksteads, Bacup at 9am. We have ten fire engines and an aerial ladder platform in attendance with firefighting operations are still underway. If you can see or smell smoke, please keep your windows and doors closed. Road closures remain on Newchurch Road, so please try to avoid the area. Our crews and partner agencies will have an attendance throughout today and are working toget

Pier fire affected workshop and ride, say Lancashire Fire & Rescue

Updated on derelict building fire by Incident Commander Kirsty McCreesh. Eight fire engines are at a large fire involving a derelict building on Kent Street, Blackpool. The fire is in a derelict building containing a large amount of waste and firefighters had significant issues accessing the seat of the fire safely. A large smoke plume is affecting the local area and we strongly recommend that residents in the nearby area keep windows and doors shut and adhere to the safety cordons we have in pl

🚒 Overnight Incident – Preston 🚒 Shortly after midnight last night, L54P2 were mobilised to Preston Fire Station for standby duties due to an ongoing incident. At 00:59 hrs, L54P2, along with fire engines from Penwortham and Fulwood, were mobilised to reports of a commercial building fire in Preston. L54P2 arrived first on scene and found the first floor of a flat well alight. A crew wearing breathing apparatus, using a hose reel, quickly worked to bring the fire under control and extinguish i

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It’s fire door safety week! Here are some handy tips to check that anyone can do: 🚪check for certification 🚪check the gaps (less than 4mm at top and side of door) 🚪check the seals for damage or cracks 🚪check the hinges are fixed firmly 🚪check the door closes properly - a fire door only works when it is closed. It should never be wedged open Click here for more information: www.firedoorsafetyweek.co.uk | Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (Official)

Smoking is the biggest cause of fire fatalities in the home. Those at greatest risk are older, vulnerable or have mobility problems. Help reduce these preventable deaths by quitting smoking. If you or a loved one smokes, you can register for a home fire safety check here: https://bit.ly/3mBvhOl | Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (Official)

Autumn isn’t going to be how we usually celebrate this year. We want you to stay safe this Bonfire Night and if you are celebrating at home with your household know how to do it safely. We've put a little how-to video together with lots of safety hints and tips. | Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (Official)