Emergency services at the scene of an incident in Workington

It follows a report of an explosion at a brewing facility off Calva Brow

Author: Tom HailePublished 13th May 2024

A road closure is currently in place following an incident at a commercial premises in Workington this afternoon (13 May).

At 2.50pm, police were contacted by NWAS who had received a report of an explosion at a brewing facility off Calva Brow.

The NWAS, Police and Fire are currently in attendance.

At this time it is believed there is a single injured man who has suffered serious burns.

People are asked to avoid the area whilst emergency services continue with their work at the scene.

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