Eight fire engines deployed to tackle shop blaze near to Burnley town centre

Dozens of firefighters have been battling a blaze at a shop on the outskirts of Burnley town centre.

By John Deehan

Published 30th Jul 2022, 11:45 BST

Updated 30th Jul 2022, 11:58 BST

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Emergency services were called to the Famous Shop mini market and off licence in Yorkshire Street at 9am.

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A fire is believed to have broken out in a flat above the shop premises.

Road closures are currently in place in Plumbe Street, Church Street, Oxford Road and Yorkshire Street, and are expected to remain for the majority of the day.

There are also delays on Centenary Way.

Burnley Emergency services