Several Vehicles Set on Fire Under Bacup Arches on Rochdale Road
Several vehicles caught fire under the Bacup Arches on Rochdale Road early this morning, with loud explosions reported as the incident unfolded.
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Several vehicles were on fire under the Bacup Arches on Rochdale Road overnight. The incident occurred at around 2am, with loud explosions reported as the cars went up in flames.
Emergency services responded to the scene, and the fire was extinguished shortly after. No injuries have been reported in connection with the incident.
The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and investigations are ongoing. Local residents reported hearing the explosions and seeing the flames from nearby streets.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
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