Tag: Greater Manchester Fire Service

Probe into cause of devastating Wythenshawe Hall fire underway

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Firefighters are damping down after a blaze which destroyed the roof and badly damaged the first floor of historic Wythenshawe Hall.

Residents, councillors, local fund raisers and the Wythenshawe’s MP have said they are devastated by the fire which was tackled by 50 firefighters and 10 fire engines.

 

 

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Firefighters tackle blaze at Wythenshawe Hall

Historic Wythenshawe Hall is expected to be badly damaged following a fire at the historic Tudor building.

Firefighters began  tackling the blaze at the hall in Wythenshawe Park at around 3.30 am today .

The firefighters said no-one is thought to be trapped inside or hurt in any way but they are expected the 500-year-old Tudor building and art gallery to be badly damaged. Continue reading “Firefighters tackle blaze at Wythenshawe Hall”

Police hunt arsonist who targeted home in Baguley

An investigation is underway to trace an arsonist who set fire the door of a house in Baguley at the weekend.

Police say the attack could have had fatal consequences and are appealing for help to find the attacker. Continue reading “Police hunt arsonist who targeted home in Baguley”