'Gas leak' sparks emergency service response in Bolton town centre

Fire crews and paramedics raced to Bolton this morning after a suspected gas leak. The emergency services were among those who responded after a leak was reported on Corporation Street in a busy part of the town centre.

An area of the street, near the Market Place shopping centre, was taped off for over an hour after the alarm was raised around 10:30am, locals said. Experts from the gas company were called in to assess the scene along with fire crews.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said they worked with the ambulance service and Cadent to 'make the area safe.'

READ MORE: They spent five days watching pubgoers in Bolton - one thing surprised them

A spokesperson said: “Shortly before 10.30am this morning, Sunday August 18, three fire engines from Bolton North and Farnworth fire stations were called to reports of a gas leak on Corporation Street, Bolton. Crews arrived quickly and used a gas detector to assess the scene.

“They worked closely with Cadent Gas and North West Ambulance Service to make the area safe before departing after approximately one hour and 10 minutes.”

It has not yet been confirmed if there was indeed a leak. Cadent have been contacted for further information.

Join our WhatsApp Top Stories and Breaking News group by clicking this link

Sign up to our Bolton newsletter to get the latest updates to your inbox