Fire in derelict portacabin

Date published: 11 October 2016


A fire in a derelict portacabin at a builder’s yard on Bowness Road in Middleton was put out by firefighters on Wednesday (10 October).

Firefighters used a hose reel to extinguish the fire and were on the scene for around 50 minutes.

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: “Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling 101 and quoting the reference number 2031 of 10/10/16, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”

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