These were the scenes as firefighters battled a blaze in Church Street on Monday afternoon (December 26):
5. Plumes of smoke fill the air
Flames could be pouring out of the second floor of the Nail Emporium as thick smoke filled the air. Photo: National World
6. Firefighters tackling the flames
Lancashire Police advised residents to avoid the area around Corporation Street, Abingdon Street, Coronation Street and the Promenade. Photo: National World
7. Firefighting operations continue
Crews remained in attendance at around 3.20pm. Photo: National World
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