A significant fire at a residential property in Nottingham's city centre has forced the closure of multiple roads and suspended tram operations on Monday night.
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service responded to the blaze at a property on Market Street at 22:55 BST. The service deployed 12 fire engines to tackle the incident, with crews working through the night to bring the fire under control.
The emergency response has created substantial disruption across the city centre. Upper Parliament Street, Lower Parliament Street, Market Street, King Street and Queen Street have all been closed to traffic. Nottingham Express Transit (NET) tram services have been halted in both directions between Theatre Royal and Market Square, affecting commuters and residents relying on public transport.
What should residents do?
Emergency services have advised the public to stay away from the affected area while firefighting operations continue. Residents in the vicinity have been instructed to take precautions against smoke exposure.
If local residents are affected by smoke, keep doors and windows closed.This guidance aims to minimise the health impact on those living nearby as the fire service works to extinguish the blaze.
What is the current situation?
As of Monday night, 12 fire engines remained at the scene, with firefighters continuing their efforts to contain and extinguish the fire. The scale of the emergency response underscores the severity of the incident. Further updates on the fire's progress and the timeline for reopening roads and resuming tram services are expected as the situation develops.
For further information about this incident, contact Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service.
