A teenage girl who died had 'no previous mental health history', an inquest opening has heard. Precious Olamiji Akinyemi, 15, was rushed to hospital after being found 'unresponsive' in the bedroom of the family home on Monday, March 28.
31.03.2022 - 23:23 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A huge emergency services response is in place in Wythenshawe this evening after a serious incident.
Residents reported hearing a 'huge explosion' in Brownley Road, opposite Crossacres Metrolink stop, at around 6.45pm tonight. Images show a scene of destruction, with a large hole in the front of one of the houses in the street. Those living nearby have been evacuated.
A huge cordon is in place in the south Manchester suburb, with a large number of fire crews in attendance. It is believed the road will be shut off well into the night, with motorists and residents warned to avoid the area.
A Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue spokesperson said: "We are currently attending an incident on Brownley Road in Manchester. Road closures are in place. Please keep your doors and windows closed if you are in the area."
In a tweet sent to the Manchester Evening News, one person said: "Fire in house on Brownley Rd #Wythenshawe police surrounding roads and closed to traffic and Metrolink."
Here is everything we know so far. Latest developments will be updated as and when they come in. GMFRS and Greater Manchester Police have been contacted for further information.
Residents living nearby have been evacuated from their homes tonight. Some people will be allowed back in “within a few hours” but others will be given accommodation overnight. People are going to a church nearby to be offered somewhere warm.
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