Residents moved to another part of building after fire in a room in care home near Sandbach
By Deborah Bowyer 3rd Sep 2024
Between 40 to 50 residents were evacuated to another part of the building after a fire in a room at a care home in Middlewich today (Tuesday).
Three fire engines - from Winsford, Northwich and Crewe - went to the fire in Greendale Drive which is thought to have been started accidentally. .
The residents were moved to another part of the building at The Manor Care Home at 8.08 am today.
A spokesperson from Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service said: "Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus took a hose reel jet into the building, but the fire was reportedly out on arrival.
"A high-pressure fan was used to clear smoke. Residents were evacuated; thankfully no one has been reported as harmed during the incident. The cause is believed to have been accidental."
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