An elderly man tragically lost his life in a house fire in Burnage, Manchester. The incident occurred on Cranwell Drive.
Elderly Man Dies in Suburban House Fire
Emergency services were alerted at 16:40 BST on Thursday. Firefighters responded promptly from three stations: Withington, Whitehill, and Stockport.
Response and Investigation
The fire crews worked diligently for approximately two and a half hours to manage the situation. Despite their efforts, the man, who was in his 70s, was pronounced dead at the scene by Greater Manchester Police.
Key Details
- Location: Cranwell Drive, Burnage, Manchester
- Time of Incident: 16:40 BST on Thursday
- Emergency Response: Crews from Withington, Whitehill, and Stockport
- Duration of Scene Response: Approximately two and a half hours
- Victim’s Age: In his 70s
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire. Further updates will be provided as the inquiry unfolds. El-Balad will continue to follow this evolving story closely.
