Fire crews respond to false alarm at Norwich city centre

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 14:02 · Archive

Fire crews attended a false alarm at Westlegate in Norwich city centre during lunchtime on Wednesday.

Fire crews were called to a building in Norwich city centre during lunchtime rush hour on Wednesday. Two fire engines attended Westlegate, outside Warings Lifestore, at around midday, prompting concern among passers-by.

Crews from Earlham and Sprowston responded to a fire alarm activation at the location. Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the alarm was a false activation and no fire was found at the scene.

The incident was resolved at 12.24pm and crews left the scene shortly afterwards.

How it is being reported

• Fire crews called to city centre sparking concern during lunchtime rushFire crews were called to a Norwich city centre businesses, causing panic during lunchtime rush hour.Eastern Daily Press · 21 Oct, 13:49
• Fire crews called to city centre sparking concern during lunchtime rushFire crews were called to a Norwich city centre businesses, causing panic during lunchtime rush hour.Norwich Evening News · 21 Oct, 13:49

In this story: Norwich · Westlegate · Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service · Warings Lifestore

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