Four fire crews, supported by specialist vehicles, responded to a fire at a takeaway on Calthorpe Street, Banbury, starting at 4.22am this morning. Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service quickly brought the blaze under control despite complications with utility supplies.
The fire caused emergency work to secure the area, which resulted in a power cut affecting multiple local homes and businesses. National Grid, along with gas and water teams, attended the scene to manage the situation and restore services.
Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus tackled the fire effectively, but the complex utility issues meant crews remained on site until mid-morning. A road closure on Calthorpe Street remained active as of 08:00 to ensure public safety.
Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue urged anyone impacted by the power cut, especially vulnerable residents and local businesses, to contact National Grid via the emergency number 105 for assistance.
Originally published by UKNIP.
