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Fire crews called to ‘false alarm’ at Royal Bolton Hospital
Crews were called out to Royal Bolton Hospital on Minerva Road, Farnworth, on the afternoon of Saturday, May 2.
A member of the public reported that crews were sent to the second floor of the hospital, but the fire service has since confirmed the incident was a false alarm.
A Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “A member of staff could smell burning, so firefighters were called out, but on investigation no fire or source was found.”
The incident turned out to be a false alarm (Image: Paul Miskiw)
It is believed the suspected issue was caused by the hospital’s air conditioning.
Having made sure the scene was safe, fire crews were able to return to their stations soon after arriving that afternoon.
Members of the public have been encouraged to always call 999 in the event of an emergency as soon as it is safe to do so.
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