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Fire Engulfs Former Maternity Hospital, Traffic Disrupted

6/6/2025

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A fierce blaze erupted at a former maternity hospital in Derby city centre, prompting four fire crews to spring into action. Charnwood Street, Melbourne Street, Hartington Street, and Osmaston Road were temporarily shut down as firefighters battled the flames. While the roads have since reopened, traffic continues to crawl, as reported by BBC Radio Derby's Kayleigh Hall.

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A fierce blaze erupted at a former maternity hospital in Derby city centre, prompting four fire crews to spring into action. Charnwood Street, Melbourne Street, Hartington Street, and Osmaston Road were temporarily shut down as firefighters battled the flames. While the roads have since reopened, traffic continues to crawl, as reported by BBC Radio Derby's Kayleigh Hall.