A serious house fire in Whitefield on Sunday evening has left five people in hospital, with emergency services remaining at the scene.
Fire crews were called just before 5pm on Sunday 22 June to reports of a blaze at a domestic property on Sandgate Road, Whitefield.
Residents in the area were advised to avoid the location while emergency services worked to make the scene safe.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said:
“At just before 5pm today (Sunday 22 June) fire crews were called to reports of a fire at a domestic property on Sandgate Road, Whitefield.
“Six fire engines from Manchester Central, Whitefield, Heywood, Salford, Broughton and Agecroft quickly attended the incident.
“Firefighters used eight breathing apparatus and two hose reels to extinguish the fire.
“Five people were assessed at the scene and then conveyed to hospital by North West Ambulance Service.
“Crews remain in attendance.”
No further details have been released about the condition of the individuals involved, and the cause of the fire is yet to be confirmed.
Credit: David Murphy / Roch Valley Radio
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