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Bank of Dave star spots Warburtons fire from helicopter

Bank of Dave star spots Warburtons fire from helicopter

Summary

A large fire broke out at the Warburtons bread factory in Burnley, Lancashire. Dave Fishwick, a local credit union founder, spotted the fire from his helicopter and alerted emergency services, while fire crews worked to control the blaze.

Key Facts

  • The fire started around 2:45 PM BST at the Warburtons factory on Billington Road in Burnley.
  • Dave Fishwick saw the fire from his helicopter and called police and the fire service.
  • Lancashire Fire and Rescue sent 12 crews to fight the fire.
  • The factory building was safely evacuated before firefighters arrived.
  • The cause of the fire and the damage size are still unknown.
  • People near the site were told to keep windows and doors closed.
  • Warburtons is the UK’s largest family-owned bakery company, founded in 1876.
  • Dave Fishwick is known for founding Burnley Savings and Loan and inspiring the movie "Bank of Dave."
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