February 1st 2025.
The roof of Maghull Town Hall was severely damaged by a raging fire, as seen in drone footage that captured the aftermath of the incident. It is believed that the fire started at around 11:55am, causing thick, black smoke to billow into the air. The flames quickly spread and consumed the roof of the three-storey building, leaving it in ruins. Fire services were quick to respond, but the building was already well alight.
Fortunately, no one was inside the town hall when the fire broke out. However, as a safety precaution, those in the nearby leisure centre were evacuated. The residents of Maghull, a community just north of Liverpool, gathered outside the area to watch as firefighters battled the blaze. Many were emotional at the sight of their beloved town hall being destroyed.
The cause of the fire is still unclear, but authorities are investigating. In the meantime, people were advised to stay away from the area and keep their windows and doors shut to avoid inhaling the smoke. Drone footage released by The Propeller Fella, a YouTube account that films Southport, showed the extent of the damage. The once pristine roof was now completely charred, and the solar panels on top had melted.
The video also captured firefighters working tirelessly to put out the flames from multiple angles. There were eight fire engines on the scene, but the fire was eventually brought under control. As of 4:10pm, only four fire engines and one aerial appliance remained. The road leading to the town hall, Old Hall Road, will remain closed until further notice.
The adjoining leisure centre had to be evacuated due to the fire, causing disruption to the council's planned activities. According to the Liverpool Echo, a woman was seen weeping as she watched the building being ravaged by the flames. The council expressed their gratitude towards the staff at Meadows Leisure Centre for their swift and calm response to the evacuation. The centre will remain closed to the public, but it will be open tomorrow from 10am to 2pm for those who were evacuated to collect their belongings.
Active Selfton, the council's fitness programme, announced that the leisure centre will be closed for the rest of the day and tomorrow. They will update the public on when activities will resume. The council also thanked their staff and customers for their prompt response to the emergency. It is a relief that no one was harmed in this unfortunate incident, and the community will come together to support those affected.
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