At 07:20 on 14 April 2025, eight fire engines attended an outbuilding fire on Priory Close, Burscough. The fire involved a garage fire that had spread to three domestic properties and multiple vehicles. Firefighters used eight breathing apparatus, one light portable pump, and multiple jets. Crews remain in attendance.
Update at 10:00: This incident has now been reduced to six fire engines with firefighters continuing to monitor and extinguish hotspots. Crews remain in attendance.
Update 11:00: The incident has been reduced to three fire engines with firefighters damping down and continuing to monitor and extinguish hotspots. Crews remain in attendance. Thank you for your patience.