Trafford Park fire LIVE: Smoke fills Manchester sky as loud 'explosions' heard
Reach Daily Express | April 24, 2026 10:40 PM CST
A huge fire has erupted in Trafford, Manchester, with one witness reporting "explosions" from the scene. Thick black smoke is dfilling the sky near to the Trafford Centre this afternoon (April 24).
The blaze appears to be coming from a warehouse or industrial building in Trafford Park, the Manchester Evening News has reported. One eyewitness said: "Big cloud of smoke near Trafford Centre/ Trafford park just wondered if you had any info as to want it is." Another shared a video of thick black smoke coming from the scene, adding: "Trafford Park fire. Huge. Can hear explosions." The Daily Express has contacted Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service for comment.
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