Lancashire firefighters tackle large blaze in Todmorden

A large plume of smoke is hanging over the area

Author: Grace O'HarePublished 9th Sep 2025

Firefighters remain at the scene of a major fire in Todmorden this morning (9 September).

Fifteen fire engines from Lancashire and West Yorkshire were called out just after 1am to a commercial building on Bacup Road.

A large plume of smoke is hanging over the area, and people nearby are being urged to keep their windows and doors shut.

Bacup Road is currently closed, and drivers are being asked to find alternative routes while crews continue to tackle the blaze.

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