FIREFIGHTERS were called out earlier today to tackle a large rubbish fire near Penketh.
Shortly after 10 am one crew from Penketh was called out to reports of a large rubbish fire on wasteland off Widnes Road at Cuerdley Cross near Penketh
They used a hose reel to extinguish it.
The incident followed a busy period for the team from Penketh who were also involved in dealing with a garage fire, bin fire and road traffic collision.
08:00 this morning White watch tour comes to an end. We have had a busy tour with a Garage fire, Bin Fire, & RTC. We have also, completed our monthly Breathing apparatus training. Undertaken community safety events such has home visits, SSRI and Thematic inspections. pic.twitter.com/lUPfPBwIM9
— Penketh Fire Station (@PenkethFS) February 9, 2023