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Heywood fire LIVE as smoke seen for miles across Greater Manchester – updates
A huge fire has broken out in Rochdale this evening, with thick smoke plumes seen for miles. The blaze has erupted at the site on Ashworth Road, beside Rochdale Old Road in Heywood.
Pictures and videos shared on social media show the area being covered in smoke amid the ongoing blaze. Police and fire crews remain in attendance.
It is thought the fire has broken out near to the Simpson Clough Mill. No further details have yet been confirmed.
The Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service have been approached for a comment on this ongoing incident.
This is a breaking incident. Updates to follow.
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