Overview
- A large fire broke out at a scrapyard on Moston Road in Chadderton shortly after 11am on Saturday, May 30, 2026, and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service deployed six fire engines and a Technical Response Unit to the scene.
- Firefighters are using six hose-reel jets and have been working at the site for around an hour as crews continue to tackle the blaze.
- GMFRS has advised people to avoid the area and to keep windows and doors closed because of large amounts of smoke, and the service said there are currently no reports of injuries.
- Thick plumes of smoke have been visible for miles, with images shared on social media showing the cloud over the M60 and reports of smoke seen from Manchester city centre.
- The presence of the Technical Response Unit raises concern about hazardous materials and air quality, so residents should watch for official updates on health warnings, road closures, and the cause of the fire.