Industrial Fire Forces Evacuations | Manchester News

A massive industrial fire erupted in Saddleworth on Sunday, August 16th, forcing the evacuation of 45 homes and sending thick smoke billowing over Greenfield. Fire crews rushed to the scene before 8 AM, deploying ten engines and specialized units to battle the blaze. Nearby residents were urged to seal windows and doors, while those from Knoll Close and Wellington Road were relocated to a local center for food, water, and safety. Some also lost access to running water, and a police cordon kept the public away as crews worked tirelessly throughout the day. Though the fire was eventually brought under control, the community felt the disruption deeply, with many displaced for hours. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/34e20c69856f46ba