Disruption to football teams after fire at this Preston sports arena
Football teams across the Preston area have been hit by pitch changes, following a fire at the University of Lancashire’s sports centre.
The fire, which started in a floodlight, has affected the use of two pitches, and has meant that teams with bookings for those sites have had to make schedule alterations.
The Post understands that disruption is likely to last until at least Christmas.
Jimmy Khan, Head of Sport and Active Wellbeing at the University of Lancashire, said: “There was a small fire in a floodlight at the Sports Arena, which affected the use of a 5-a-side and a 7-a-side pitch.
“No one was injured, and the lighting has now been made safe whilst we wait for it to be repaired. There was minimal disruption and all those affected have been contacted directly to make alternative bookings.”