Underground Fire Hits Merseyside: Emergency Crews Battle Blaze
Firefighters are battling an underground fire on Onslow Road, Kensington, Merseyside, causing chaos and disruption this Sunday morning.
Firefighters Strike at Dawn
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service spotted the fire at 2:23am while responding to another call. They quickly swung into action, working to isolate the blaze and prevent it from spreading.
Power Cuts and Road Closures Hit Local Area
The underground fire has knocked out gas and electricity supplies to several homes. Merseyside Fire and Rescue, alongside Cadent and Scottish Power, remain on site assessing the damage. Fixing the problem could take hours.
Authorities have shut Prescot Road and Onslow Road with diversions in place. Drivers are warned to steer clear of the area while emergency works continue.
Community Safety Front and Centre
Officials are visiting nearby homes to reassure residents and check on vulnerable people. Safety and well-being are top priorities as the investigation into the fire’s cause gets underway.
The emergency teams vow a swift resolution to get services back to normal and restore calm to the community.
