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13/10/2015
Investigation Launched Into Manchester City Centre Fire
An investigation has been launched into the cause of a fire at a seven-storey building in Manchester city centre.
Firefighters were called to the former CWS building near Victoria railway station at about 17:30 on Monday.
It is believed the fire broke out in the buildings roof space.
There were no reports of any injuries, and it is understood the structure has been deemed safe, by inspectors.
An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.
(MH/CD)
Firefighters were called to the former CWS building near Victoria railway station at about 17:30 on Monday.
It is believed the fire broke out in the buildings roof space.
There were no reports of any injuries, and it is understood the structure has been deemed safe, by inspectors.
An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.
(MH/CD)
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