A car overturned at the Blackburn Road junction in Astley Bridge shortly before 5pm on Saturday, prompting a significant response from local emergency services.
What happened
Police, fire and ambulance crews were called to the collision, which involved two vehicles. Photographs from the scene show one car resting on its roof at the junction. A fire service spokesman confirmed attendance from Bolton North Community Fire Station and said crews worked alongside paramedics and police to secure the area.
“At around 4.45pm (on Saturday, August 1) one fire engine from Bolton North Community Fire Station was called to attend a road traffic collision involving two cars on Blackburn Road, Bolton.
Firefighters reported they were at the scene for around an hour, carrying out tasks to make the location safe and to assist other responding services. Greater Manchester Police and the North West Ambulance Service were contacted for comment about the incident.
Local impact and what drivers need to know
Blackburn Road is a busy thoroughfare linking parts of north Bolton; collisions at junctions here can cause delays and congestion across nearby roads. Residents and motorists in the area should be aware that such incidents may lead to temporary traffic disruption and should plan for possible delays during busy periods.
- Time: shortly before 5pm (reported call at around 4.45pm)
- Location: Blackburn Road junction, Astley Bridge
- Response: Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, Greater Manchester Police, North West Ambulance Service
- Vehicles: two cars involved; one overturned
- Injuries: not confirmed at the time of reporting
What the emergency services did
According to the fire service, crews arrived quickly and worked with the ambulance service and police to render the scene safe. Their operations typically include making vehicles secure, checking for hazards such as fuel leaks, and ensuring any casualties are handed over to ambulance staff for treatment if required.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Reported call time | Around 4.45pm |
| Fire service attendance | One engine from Bolton North — on scene for about an hour |
| Other agencies | Police and ambulance services also responded |
At present there is no official confirmation about casualties. Greater Manchester Police and the North West Ambulance Service have been approached for further details. InfoRadar will update this report as more information becomes available.
This incident serves as a reminder to motorists to approach junctions with caution and to allow extra time for journeys when travelling through busy parts of Bolton.
