Fire crews deal with 'chemical incident' on Bury retail park

People in the area have been told to keep their doors and windows closed

Fire crews were called to Park 17 earlier
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 25th Apr 2022

Firefighters have been dealing with a 'chemical incident' on a retail park in Bury.

Fire engines from Blackley, Bury, Broughton and Whitefield were called to the scene at Park 17 in Whitefield at around 12:30pm today.

A Command Support Unit from Atherton was also called to the scene.

There are no reports of any injuries, although fire crews remain at the scene.

People living nearby are being advised to keep their doors and windows shut.

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