Police investigating huge fire in Royton

Fire crews attended the scene on Sunday morning

Police are investigating after a huge fire in Oldham.

The blaze ripped through a yard on Meek Street in Royton on Sunday, with witnesses reporting explosions and fireball-like flames.

It’s not yet known what caused the fire or how it started.

Firefighters were called to C&C Vehicle Services Ltd in the early hours of the morning, after reports of a vehicle fire.

A van and four articulated lorries were involved in the blaze, according to Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.

The battled the blaze for more than two hours, with crews from Oldham, Hollins, Chadderton and Rochdale all attending.

Witnesses reported loud bangs and explosions, as well as thick black smoke to billow into the air.

Fire crews used four hoses, four sets of breathing apparatus, and one covering jet to extinguish the blaze.

Police are now investigating the possible cause.