Massive Fire at Trafford Park Industrial Site

0:00On April 24th, a massive fire ripped through an industrial site in Trafford Park this afternoon, sending thick black smoke billowing high enough, too, spot for miles away. Dozens of firefighters rushed abroad of Business Park on Clarence Avenue after the alarm sounded just after 125 pm on Friday, April 24th. Crews from Stretford, Eccles, and Manchester Central were among the first on scene, hitting the blaze with powerful jets to knock it back. The flames tore into a factory building and reports noted chemicals and oil drums stored nearby, making it a tricky fight. Folks in the area got the word quick to steer clear while emergency teams locked down the zone. That huge plume painted the skyline, turning heads across greater Manchester as sirens wailed and engines piled up. Firefighters are still battling the stubborn inferno, pouring water on hot spots to gain control. No word yet on injuries or what sparked it, but they're pushing hard to contain the spread. Expect more updates as crews wrapped this up, keeping the community safe from the flames and fumes.