Why are residents concerned about the Altrincham scrapyard?

Residents are concerned due to this being the second fire at the J Davidson scrapyard in less than 12 months, with smoke visible from the site.

What happened at the J Davidson scrapyard previously?

A large fire occurred at the J Davidson scrapyard in March of the previous year, and tragically, a man in his 40s died there in September, prompting a Health and Safety Executive investigation.

Is the Altrincham scrapyard fire ongoing?

As of the report, fire crews were tackling the blaze which broke out around 14:40 GMT on the day of the report.

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Scrapyard Fire Erupts Again Near Homes

8 Feb

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Summary

Fire crews are responding to a scrapyard blaze for the second time in under a year.
Smoke billowed over the Altrincham site after the fire started around 2:40 PM GMT.
Local officials are engaging with site owners amid resident concerns about repeated incidents.

Firefighters are responding to a scrapyard fire for the second time in approximately a year at the J Davidson site in Altrincham, Greater Manchester. The fire, which began around 14:40 GMT, sent smoke plumes visible above the location. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported.

This incident follows a significant fire at the same scrapyard in March of the previous year, which involved numerous vehicles. Local councillor Ulrich Savary expressed concern, noting it is the second time residents have had to endure a fire at the site within a 12-month period. He is urging Trafford Council to engage with the business owners.

The scrapyard is situated adjacent to the Altrincham Retail Park. The firm and the council have been approached for comment. A previous incident in September saw a fatality at the scrapyard, leading to an investigation by the Health and Safety Executive.