Lancashire Fire and Rescue launch investigation and 'carry out searches' at Preston Ormskirk Road blaze scene
‘The cause of the fire is under investigation’
An investigation is underway following a blaze at a derelict property in Preston city centre.
Firefighters are still at the scene of the blaze in Ormskirk Road, where they are carrying out searches inside and continue to extinguish hotspots.
They were called at 12.08pm today to reports of the fire at the closed Chinese takeaway on Ormskirk Road.
The road was blocked off by emergency vehicles as firefighters dampened down the flames on the first floor and roof space of the three storey building.
They also used cutting equipment on roller shutters to gain access to the property as well as breathing apparatus, hose reels, water jets and extension ladders to tackle the flames.
A spokesperson from Lancashire Fire and Rescue said: “Firefighters are carrying out searches of the property and remain on scene extinguishing hotspots. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
“A spokesperson for Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service said: “At 12:08, four fire engines, an aerial ladder platform and supporting officers attended a fire at a derelict commercial property on Ormskirk Road, Preston.
“Firefighters used breathing apparatus, two hose reels, one main jet, a triple extension ladder and an aerial ladder platform to tackle a fire involving the first floor and roof space of a three-storey building measuring approximately 30 metres by 30 metres.
“Firefighters are carrying out searches of the property and remain on scene extinguishing hotspots. The cause of the fire is under investigation.”
Ambulance and police were also at the scene.