Businesses devastated as Firefighters tackle overnight blaze in Blackpool

Large plumes of smoke could be seen as fire broke out at a commercial property in Waterloo Road.

Fifteen pumps were in attendance at the scene of the incident, which took place in the evening of February 6, with the first call at 11.30pm, and into the morning of February 7.

Among the businesses affected are Smart Mart furniture store, with the owner posting on Facebook saying: “ "It was Smart Mart that was on fire and the gaff's in bits."

Smart Play Blackpool also issued a statement.

"We are absolutely devastated to share that there has been a fire at the play area," the business said. "At this time, the building and play area have been completely destroyed. We are still waiting for further information and working closely with the relevant services to understand what has happened."

Numerous other buildings were also evacuated and road closures are in place as people are advised to avoid the immediate area.

Lancashire Fire & Rescue has also advised residents to keep windows and doors closed if they can see or smell smoke.

Blackpool Police are also on site to assist the Fire Service.

The fire service said: "At 23:30 on Friday, 6th February 2026, fifteen fire engines from Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service attended a commercial building fire on Waterloo Road, Blackpool.

"Crews utilised six breathing apparatus and two ground monitors to extinguish the fire. Fire crews remain in attendance."