Inferno Sparks Behind Liverpool’s Radisson Blu Hotel
Chaos rocked Liverpool city centre tonight as a ferocious blaze erupted behind the Radisson Blu on Old Hall Street. Fire crews, police, and ambulances flooded the scene after flames ignited near bins and skips just behind the hotel.
Eyewitness snaps show bright flames licking the rear of the building. Four fire engines and over half a dozen ambulances scrambled to tackle the emergency and assist terrified guests.
Old Hall Street Sealed Off as Firefighters Battle Blaze
Police quickly shut down Old Hall Street at the Leeds Street junction, bringing one of Liverpool’s busiest roads to a standstill. The closure lasted several hours as firefighters worked tirelessly to douse the flames.
Panic and Havoc as Guests Flee Without Belongings
Hotel guests faced a frantic evacuation amid blaring alarms. One horrified guest said: “The alarms wouldn’t stop. They tried to silence them but couldn’t. I just ran down in my socks without phone or coat. We’ve been outside in the freezing cold for over an hour.”
Others reported being locked out when trying to return during the chaos, adding to the mayhem.
Fire Contained – Guests Return as Emergency Eases
Thankfully, firefighters brought the blaze under control, allowing guests to return inside safely. Ambulances cleared away, and emergency teams stood down after a nerve-wracking few hours on Old Hall Street.
More updates to follow on this developing Liverpool fire.
