The images show a large police presence on the spot on Brownley Road, with a large amount of smoke after the residents reported that they heard a “huge explosion”. Drivers were called to avoid the area, while emergency services are dealing with the incident, which is estimated to have occurred around 6.45 p.m. A spokesman for the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said: “We are currently witnessing an incident on Brownley Road in Manchester. Roads are closed. Please keep your doors and windows closed if you are in the area.” READ MORE: One of the senior officers of the Greater Manchester Fire Department fired In a tweet sent to Manchester Evening News, One person said: “Fire in the house on Brownly Rd #Wythenshawe police around the streets and closed to traffic and Metrolink.” There are delays in the area, travel services said. Stagecoach said it should also divert services. A tweet posted: “Route 43. Due to a police incident on Brownley Rd in Wythenshawe, service 43 is diverted in both directions via Hollyhedge Rd and Broadoak Rd (Route 103). We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.” Police at the scene on Brownley Road, Wythenshawe (Image: @stephenjmchugh) Inrix travel service says: “Brownley Road in both directions was closed due to the police incident between Crossacres Street and Mayfair Road. Traffic is working well. “The road is closed from 18:50. As a result, Metrolink services have also been suspended.” Brownley Road in Wythenshawe The Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and the Greater Manchester Police have been approached for further comment. This is a news emergency – any further updates will be posted below. Read more related articles Read more related articles
