Greater Manchester residents urged to keep windows closed as HUGE blaze breaks out

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson Greater Manchester residents urged to keep windows closed as HUGE blaze breaks out

The Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service is tackling an enormous blaze that’s broken out in Trafford Park.

A huge plume of smoke can be seen from right across the Greater Manchester region this afternoon as the fire rages.

Local residents are now being urged to keep windows and doors closed until emergency services can deal with the blaze.

People are also being asked to avoid the area while the incident is ongoing.

The smoke can be clearly seen from the city centre, as well as from locations like Sale Water Park.

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Views of the fire from Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester
Views of the fire from Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester
Views of the fire from Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester. Credit: Submitted

The source of the fire is not yet known but appears to be from an industrial unit or warehouse on Trafford Park.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue wrote: “Crews are currently dealing with a fire at an industrial unit in Trafford Park.

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“Please keep windows and doors shut if you are in the surrounding area and avoid the location while emergency services work at the scene.

“Thank you for your cooperation.”

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Manchester City announce freeze on season ticket prices and change ticket transfer policy

Danny Jones Danny Jones Man City freeze season ticket prices and scrap seat transfer policy

In a welcome bit of news for Manchester City supporters, the club have announced another freeze on season card prices, as well as a change to a controversial policy surrounding ticket transfers.

A big bonus ahead of next term and what could still prove to be a blockbuster end to the 2025/26.

Confirming the news in a statement released on Friday, 24 April, Man City announced that they will be maintaining the current cost of season tickets for at least another campaign.

Sharing the information on social media, the update by and large has been met with a warm reception, with fan groups such as City Matters, various branches of the official Man City Supporters Clubs, and the likes of the 1894 Group welcoming the decisions.

The post reads as follows: “Following extensive consultations with its fan engagement network, City Matters, Manchester City can confirm its approach to pricing for the 2026/27 season.

“Prices for renewing general admission season tickets and Premier League match-by-match tickets for junior and adult Matchday Members will be retained at the same rate for a third consecutive season.

“The Club has taken the approach in recognition of the extraordinary accumulated impact of the current cost of living pressures on fans and their families.”

City have also now informed Etihad Stadium matchgoers of the latest info regarding several other ‘significant’ choices and changes.

Besides paying the same price for their seat upon renewal, the cost of ‘match-by-match’ tickets will also stay at the same rate for juniors and adults, and they will also be introducing a new category for selected mid-week Premier League home games, starting from £25 for 18+ visitors.

Although annual adult matchday membership has increased by £3, juniors haven’t changed, and another 4,000 new ‘Flexi-Season Tickets’ – with 50% ringfenced for juniors – are set to be introduced as part of the home ground’s expansion and their “commitment to future generations of Cityzens”.

The 1894, who have been vocal against the club and mobilised as part of multiple peaceful protests in recent times, shared a lengthy response of their own:

Perhaps just as crucially, though, following extensive consultation with City Matters, the previously unpopular ticket transfer policy has been simplified. Ahead of next season, matchgoers will be able to list up to a total of 18 family members and friends, regardless of their membership status.

City fans will also be able to do this at any point throughout the year if they are unable to attend a match. You won’t hear any complaints when it comes to this one.

Reflecting on the productive discussions, fan representatives said: “City Matters is delighted with the Club’s ticketing announcement and the decisions that have been made, both in relation to Season Ticket and Match-by-Match prices as well as the simplified ticket transfer policy.

“Over several months, we have worked closely and constructively with the Club, taking part in positive dialogue with them, sharing a wide range of views from within our fan base on ticketing-related topics.

“The outcome that the Club and City Matters have delivered together demonstrates the real and positive impact that City Matters has as the Club’s official fan network.

“We would like to thank the Club for delivering on our priorities, showing once again that there is a clear understanding of the needs of fans and a commitment to acting in their best interests.”

There might still be somewhat of a bittersweet end coming very soon, but at least there’s stuff coming that can still be celebrated.

Bernardo Silva has confirmed he is leaving Manchester City at the end of the season
Defender John Stones is also expected to leave the club this summer.

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