Overview
- Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service was called just after 3:15am to a commercial building off Mellor Street and crews remain on scene.
- Firefighters used a hydraulic platform from Oldham along with two ultra high pressure lances and two hose reels during the operation.
- Greater Manchester Police and North West Ambulance Service supported the response, with a large cordon and road closures in place.
- Manchester Evening News reports several people were injured, with details on totals and severity still unconfirmed.
- Mellor Street and College Road between Spotland and the town centre are shut, photos show roof damage at Mellor Street Garage, and residents are urged to avoid the area.