Summary
A major fire broke out at The Big Mill, a historic building in Leek, Staffordshire, causing road closures and evacuations. The building is structurally unsound, and some demolition is planned to make the area safe. An 18-year-old was arrested for suspected arson, but no injuries were reported.
Key Facts
- A fire occurred at The Big Mill, a Grade II listed building in Leek, Staffordshire.
- Officials are keeping roads closed around the site to ensure safety.
- The building is at risk of collapse and part of it may need to be torn down.
- An 18-year-old is arrested on suspicion of starting the fire.
- Some people evacuated nearby have been allowed to return home, but others must wait longer.
- Six fire crews initially responded to the blaze; four remained on the scene the next day.
- The mill is historically significant, dating back to 1860, and has been unused since 2007.
- The building owner had plans to develop the site into residential flats.
