Derelict building fire in Blackpool

We currently have eight fire engines and two aerial ladder platforms at a fire on Wilton Parade, Blackpool. The fire involves a derelict building and as a result people close to the incident are advised to keep windows and doors shut and if possible, avoid the area, as there are road closures in place.

Update at 21:00 - the fire is now under control and we are looking to reduce the number of fire engines at the scene shortly. We will have a presence at the scene throughout the night and the local roads will remain closed. The fire is under investigation and the cause has still to be determined.

Update at 9:00 on 28 January - we have two fire engines and aerial ladder platform at the incident this morning and they are continuing to damp down. Fire investigators will be at the scene later today to investigate the cause of the fire.