Building collapse shuts off part of Halifax town centre

A section of Halifax town centre has been closed off due to fears over a collapsing building.
By Ian Hirst
Published 3rd Sep 2020, 15:58 BST
Updated 3rd Sep 2020, 16:04 BST
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Emergency services are currently at the scene in Southgate.

Fire crews have been called to examine the structure while police officers have cordoned off the area.

Calderdale Council has confirmed that the section of the town centre has been temporarily closed due to an emergency involving a roof collapse.

Calderdale Council shared this picture of Southgate being closed offCalderdale Council shared this picture of Southgate being closed off
Calderdale Council shared this picture of Southgate being closed off
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Pictures show firefighters looking at the building or the ones neighbouring the former GAME stor.

The structure was badly damaged in a fire in 2017.

People in the town centre are being advised to avoid the area.

Related topics:HalifaxEmergency servicesCalderdale Council

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