Deliberate fire confirmed at derelict building in Chester
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed that a fire at a disused building on Hoole Way in Chester was started deliberately, with details passed to Cheshire Police following
By Chester Standard
A fire at a derelict building in Chester has been confirmed as deliberate following an investigation by Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service.
Three fire engines were called to Hoole Way at 4.38pm on Saturday, 25 July, after reports of a fire inside the disused premises.
Firefighters entered the building wearing breathing apparatus and used a hose reel jet while carrying out searches to ensure nobody was inside. Crews confirmed the building was unoccupied before bringing the incident under control and leaving the scene at around 6.20pm.
On Sunday, Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the blaze had been started deliberately.
The service said its findings have been shared with Cheshire Police, which will determine whether any further investigation is required.
No injuries were reported and there was no indication that neighbouring properties were affected by the fire.
Deliberate fires at vacant buildings can place emergency crews at unnecessary risk and divert resources away from other incidents. Fire and rescue services also warn that entering abandoned properties can be extremely dangerous because of unstable structures, hidden hazards and the potential for further fires.
Anyone with information that could assist police is encouraged to contact Cheshire Police via its website or by calling 101. Information can also be passed anonymously through Crimestoppers.
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