Multiple Fire Crews Battle Large Building Fires Bradford, Rotherham, Carlisle

Multiple fires have recently occurred in the UK, with significant incidents reported in Bradford and Rotherham. In Bradford, a fire that began in a shed spread to a nearby house, prompting a response from five fire crews and additional support units, with eyewitnesses describing heavy smoke and popping sounds. Meanwhile, in Rotherham, a large building fire on Moorgate Road required six fire crews and an aerial ladder, with firefighters working through the night to extinguish the blaze and dampen hot spots; residents were advised to keep windows and doors shut due to heavy smoke, and road closures were in place to facilitate emergency operations. The South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service emphasized the ongoing efforts and urged the public to avoid the area during the response. These incidents highlight the challenges faced by fire services in managing large and dangerous fires in residential and urban areas.