Shropshire Star

Firefighters called to building under construction in Madeley after smoke seen coming from chimney

Firefighters were called to a building that is under construction in Madeley after a burning smell was reported.

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The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call at 12.10pm reporting the incident on Church Street.

One fire crew was sent from Tweedale Fire Station to the scene. 

The fire service reported that smoke was coming from gaps and "open areas" within a chimney of the building that is under construction.

Members of the public noticed smoke coming from the structure and alerted the emergency services. 

Firefighters used buckets of water to extinguish the fire and advice was given.

The incident concluded at 12.25pm.