Fire crews tackling huge blaze as smoke sent billowing across Rochdale

NewsGreater Manchester NewsRochdaleSix fire engines are at the scene22:26, 24 Jul 2026Updated 22:33, 24 Jul 2026Firefighters are tackling a large waste fire which has sent smoke billowing across Rochdale.‌The alarm was raised at around 8:15pm tonight (Friday, July 24) with crews rushing to Spring Mill Walk in the Smallbridge area of the borough.‌Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said the fire, which is out in the open, involves a large quantity of waste.‌Click here to get the biggest stories straight to your inbox in our Daily NewsletterSix fire engines are currently at the scene.‌Pictures show a huge plume of black smoke billowing out and then drifting across the surrounding area.GMFRS are advising residents to keep their doors and windows closed.Article continues belowA