Fire crews rushed to the scene of a significant blaze at a takeaway in Liverpool on Tuesday evening, prompting the closure of both ends of Smithdown Road. Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service responded to the incident, with crews alerted at 10:04 PM and arriving on site by 10:10 PM. Eight fire engines and one aerial appliance are currently in attendance.
Police Cordon and Smoke
Both ends of Smithdown Road have been cordoned off by Merseyside Police following reports of a large amount of smoke emanating from a takeaway establishment. A substantial police presence remains in the area alongside fire crews working to extinguish the flames.
Eyewitness Account
An eyewitness residing nearby described the scene to the Liverpool ECHO: 'My housemates and I witnessed smoke rising from the buildings on the corner of Barrington Road, so my housemate called 999. The fire brigade and police arrived in about five minutes, before which there was a huge explosion that came from the back of the buildings. We watched it happen and I took some footage of the situation as it developed.'
The fire service has evacuated the area as the incident is brought under control. Further updates, pictures, and video will be provided as this breaking news story develops.
