Firefighters cordon off an area in Crewe Road after cables are damaged by passing vehicle

By Deborah Bowyer 14th Apr 2026

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Local News by Deborah Bowyer 14th Apr 2026

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An area off Crewe Road was taped off today (Tuesday) following concerns about unsafe overhead electrical cabling. (Photo: Nub News)

A fire engine from Alsager went to an incident in Crewe Road today (Tuesday) following concerns about unsafe overhead electrical cabling.

A spokesperson from Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service said: "Shortly after 12:30pm our weekday fire engine from Alsager attended a concern about unsafe overhead electrical cabling. It is believed that the cables had been damaged by a passing vehicle.

"Firefighters cordoned off the area until an electrician could attend and isolate the electrical supply to affected properties. Crews handed over to SP Energy Networks and left the incident shortly after 2.15pm."

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