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Fire at Bolton Takeaway Brought Under Control After Four Crews Called

Officials reported the property was empty during the blaze.

Overview

  • Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service was called just after 4pm on Friday to a commercial building on Thicketford Road near the Tonge Moor Road junction.
  • Firefighters used breathing apparatus, four hose reel jets, lighting equipment and breaking-in gear, remaining at the scene for around two hours.
  • Two people were treated at the scene for smoke inhalation, according to local reporting.
  • A cordon was established as thick smoke affected surrounding streets and police managed traffic in the area.
  • The affected business was reported locally to be the Donner 24 takeaway, and Electricity North West attended as power was cut, disrupting a nearby Halloween event.