Location: Prenton, Wirral
Fire crews have been called to a warehouse fire on Parkvale Avenue, Prenton, Wirral this evening. Crews were alerted at 8.34pm and on scene at 8.41pm, with seven fire engines and an aerial appliance currently in attendance.
Crews arrived to find a warehouse around 50 by 50 metres involved in fire. Crews secured water supplies, began to fight the fire externally and began to gain access to the building interior. The incident has been divided into sectors, with hose reel jets, main branch hoses, ground monitor and an aerial appliance in use.
Residents and businesses nearby should keep doors and windows shut. If you have an existing medical condition, keep medicines nearby and if any ill effects are experienced dial NHS 111 for advice.
The incident is ongoing. Please avoid the area.