Firefighters rush to blaze at Devonshire Primary Academy in Blackpool

A fire broke out at Devonshire Primary Academy on Devonshire Road this evening (September 1).
By Sean Gleaves
Published 1st Sep 2020, 19:58 BST
Updated 1st Sep 2020, 20:44 BST
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At least four crews from Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) rushed to the blaze - which is believed to have started on the first floor of the building - at around 7pm.

Footage from the scene shows flames ripping through the main entrance of the building, and black smoke billowing into the air.

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No official details have yet been released by LFRS, but eyewitnesses say the fire has been brought under control.

A fire has broken out at Devonshire Primary Academy. (Credit: Google)A fire has broken out at Devonshire Primary Academy. (Credit: Google)
A fire has broken out at Devonshire Primary Academy. (Credit: Google)

Lancashire Police closed Devonshire Road from Caunce Street to the junction with Talbot Road while firefighters tackled the blaze.

LFRS and Lancashire Police have been approached for comment.

More to follow...