Six fire engines tackle major overnight fire on Berry Lane in Longridge
Residents were warned to keep their doors and windows closed due to potentially harmful smoke from the blaze, with police urging people to stay away from the area.
Six fire engines were called to a major blaze at commercial premises in Longridge last night (Saturday).
Firefighters were alerted to the fire on Berry Lane at 8.49pm, with crews working through the night to bring the flames under control.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service deployed six fire engines, supported by a water tower, an aerial ladder platform and a drone.
Residents living nearby were warned to keep their doors and windows closed because of potentially harmful smoke from the blaze.
Police also urged people to stay away from the area and avoid travelling to the scene while emergency crews tackled the fire.
In a statement, Preston Police said: “Residents are advised to stay away from the area and members of the public should avoid travelling to the scene.
“Due to potentially harmful smoke, nearby residents should keep all doors and windows closed as a precaution.
“Please do not approach the scene or gather in the area while crews continue to work.”
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service initially confirmed that firefighters remained at the scene tackling the blaze, with the incident ongoing.
However, in an update issued at 7am this morning (Sunday), the fire service said the response had been scaled back considerably.
Just one fire engine and an aerial ladder platform remained at the scene, with firefighters carrying out damping-down operations.
An investigation into the fire was also underway.
The cause of the blaze has not yet been confirmed, and no official information has been released about any injuries.