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Bolton House Fire Leaves One Hospitalized as Fire Service Cites Electrical Cause

Crews from three stations contained the living-room blaze within about three hours.

Overview

  • The fire broke out around 10:45am on Sunday at a mid-terraced house on Hilden Street in The Haulgh, Bolton.
  • Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said Monday the blaze is believed to have been caused by an electrical fault originating in the living room.
  • One man was treated for smoke inhalation and minor burns at the scene and taken to hospital by North West Ambulance Service.
  • Three engines from Bolton Central, Bolton North and Farnworth used breathing apparatus, two hose reels and a positive ventilation fan to extinguish the fire.
  • Images show severe interior damage with charred windows and blackened exterior walls, and Greater Manchester Police confirmed officers attended.