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‘Explosion’ heard in central Nottingham as fire crews rush to scene

Published 12:26 31 May 2026 BST

Updated 12:33 31 May 2026 BST

Erin McLaughlin
‘Explosion’ heard in central Nottingham as fire crews rush to scene

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A major fire has erupted in central Nottingham, with emergency crews rushing to the scene.

Social media users reported a loud explosion, with images circulating online appearing to show thick black smoke pouring from a building at the scene.

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said there was an ongoing incident at a commercial building on Curzon Street.

The street is located beside student accommodation, just a short distance from the city’s Victoria shopping centre.

A spokesperson for the service said a call had been received at 11.23am, and 10 pumps were attending the incident.

In a statement posted on social media, the police said the fire happened in a derelict building.

It said: "Police and fire crews are currently at the scene, and a number of cordons will be place around Huntingdon Street and Curzon Street.

"The cause of the fire is not yet known. There are no reports of any injuries.

"As a precaution, we are looking at evacuating a number of properties on the street."

‘Explosion’ heard in central Nottingham as fire crews rush to scene