At 18:18 on 12 November 2024, four fire engines from Preston, Bamber Bridge and Blackpool, along with the aerial ladder platform were called to a derelict building fire on Church Street, Preston. Firefighters are using two jets to tackle the fire and remain in attendance.
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Update at 09:06am on 13 November 2024:
At 18:18 on 12 November 2024, four fire engines from Preston, Bamber Bridge and Blackpool, along with two aerial ladder platforms, the stinger, and the drone were called to a derelict building fire on Church Street, Preston. Firefighters used two jets. The stinger was being used to continue to damp down hot spots. Firefighters used the aerial ladder platform and a thermal imaging camera to further monitor the fire, and at this time, no further hotspots have been found. The search dogs will be attending shortly. Crews remain in attendance.
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Update at 15:50 on 13 November 2024:
The incident is now closed. Firefighters were in attendance for approximately 24 hours.
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