Homes evacuated after major blaze involving lorries on industrial site

A major fire which broke out on an industrial site in Manchester close to Wythenshawe Hospital has largely been extinguished.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said in a social media post that crews had been tackling a fire “involving heavy goods vehicles” on Ennis Close in Wythenshawe.

It said that while the severity of the fire had reduced, residents should keep their windows and doors closed.

“Firefighters have now extinguished the majority of the fire using hose reels, jets and breathing apparatus,” the fire service said on X.

“The incident is now being scaled back. Four fire engines remain at the scene.

“Nearby residents are still advised to keep their windows and doors shut.”

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) told the PA news agency some nearby properties have been evacuated and a cordon is in place.

Photos and videos from the scene show plumes of black smoke billowing into the sky while a series of small explosions could be heard.