FIRE crews from across Cheshire and Staffordshire have been battling a major blaze at a supported living complex throughout the night.
A total of 16 fire engines - are in attendance along with two aerial platforms.
Crews have been using hose reel jets, main jets and high volume pumps to tackle the blaze.
They were called to the scene just after 4.30pm yesterdayt (Thursday, August 8) where a fire had broken out in the roof space of the supported living complex in Rolls Avenue, Crewe.
It affected an area of the building measuring approximately 15 metres by 20 metres.
Wilmslow Firefighters have spent the night fighting a major building fire in Crewe with colleagues from across @Cheshirefire & @StaffsFire. Staff working hard in challenging conditions to extinguish the fire and protect homes. For more information visit https://t.co/cbX4gtIs9l pic.twitter.com/Nc29XXKbWK
— Wilmslow Fire Station (@WilmslowFS) August 9, 2019
A full evacuation of the three-floor complex took place and firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the building..
The building, which has been split into several operational sectors, has sustained significant damage and has partially collapsed.
Road closures remain in place in the local area.
Residents living nearby are urged to keep their windows and doors closed as a precaution..
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