A PLEA has been issued by Cheshire Fire Service following a deliberate fire started on a building due for renovation.
Four fire crews were called to the shocking scene on Stockham Lane last Wednesday (March 13), following reports of a ‘deliberate’ blaze.
Firefighters worked through the evening to distinguish the flames in the building which was confirmed to be set for renovation.
Due to the excessive smoke, residents were even asked to close their windows and doors and to avoid the area.
Nearly a week on from the incident, Runcorn Fire Station have taken to twitter with a plea to the public to help prevent the costly disaster from happening again.
A spokesperson from Cheshire Fire Service said: “Deliberate fires like these cost approximately £2500 per hour for us to attend and are preventable.
“Please report any firesetters or ASB by calling crime stoppers 0800 555111 anonymously. in an emergency always call 999.”
Deliberate Fires like these cost approximately £2500 per hour for us to attend and are preventable. Please report any Fire setters or ASB by calling crime stoppers 0800 555111 anonymously. in an emergency always call 999. pic.twitter.com/e7jacDqbmp
— Runcorn Fire Station (@RuncornFS) March 18, 2024
Shocking pictures were also revealed of the extent of the damage caused by the fire within the social media post.
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