Firefighters rescued three people from a burning property in the early hours of today. Crews from four fire stations were called to Crown Grove, Leigh just before 2am. Firefighters forced their way into the property and took three people to safety.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “At around 1.50am this morning (Wednesday 25 September), four fire engines from Farnworth , Hindley, Atherton and Leigh fire stations attended a house fire on Crown Grove, Leigh. “Crews arrived quickly and used two breathing apparatus, one hose reel jet, one door ram and one reciprocating saw to rescue three people from the property.
"Firefighters liaised with North West Ambulance Service and Greater Manchester Police to make the area safe before departing after roughly an hour at the scene.” The condition of the three people rescued is unclear. A spokes person for North West Ambulance Service said: "None of those rescued were taken to hospital as a result of the fire.
" Greater Manchester Police have been contacted for comment..