Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service7 days agoFamilies had to flee homes as building blaze ragedAn industrial unit near Oldham erupted in flames, with 45 homes evacuated.7 days ago15 Aug 2026Heatwave fire spree 'busiest in boss's 26-year career'Assistant chief fire officer Jim Willmott said he had never seen the control room so hectic.15 Aug 202614 Aug 2026House blaze causes fireball and 90ft column of smokeNeighbours describe seeing the fireball as the blaze began in a conservatory before spreading.14 Aug 202613 Aug 2026House gutted after major blaze breaks outFirefighters say so far there is no trace of anybody in the building.13 Aug 202613 Aug 2026Moorland hit by fresh wildfire as heatwave peaksIt comes just weeks after major wildfires burned across nearby land at Done Stone Reservoir for weeks.13 Aug 202610 Aug 2026Blaze tackled at suspected illegal waste dumpA fire broke out at a suspected illegal waste site near Carrington Spur in Trafford, Greater Manchester. 10 Aug 20269 Aug 2026Vital role gamekeepers played in tackling moorland fireGreater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said it was "extremely grateful" for the group's help.9 Aug 20263 Aug 2026Girl, 9, alerts cricket club to fire as volunteers condemn vandalism spreeStockport Cricket Clubs says repeated fires and other attacks are costing it money and volunteer time.3 Aug 202630 Jul 2026'I could have lost my wife or daughter in house fire'Derek Smith, 30, ' was thinking the worst' when a fire broke out at his Atherton home on Monday.30 Jul 2026...
