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09.10.2022 - 11:59 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Firefighters were called to a blaze in an abandoned building close to a row of shops in Stockport last night.
Three fire engines were called to the incident in Shaw Heath and firefighters used breathing gear to tackle the fire. There were no reports of any injuries.
Pictures from the scene showed firefighters also using an aerial platform to squirt water onto the burning building.
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The drama started at about 9.30pm on Saturday night when Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service was called to Junction Road near Shaw Heath.
Crews remained at the scene on Sunday morning, damping down and ensuring the area is safe. The fire did not spread to a number of other adjacent properties and shops.
A Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "At around 9.30pm on Saturday 8 October, firefighters were called out to a fire at Junction Road, Stockport.
"Three fire engines, from Whitehill, Stockport and Offerton fire stations, attended the scene where an abandoned building was on fire. Firefighters used six breathing apparatus and three hose reels to extinguish the fire.
"Crews remain in attendance, helping to make the scene safe."
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