Hoole Road bridge was closed in Chester on Sunday (June 19) as firefighters tackled a blaze at a furniture store.

When they arrived crews confirmed there was a fire in the store room of what is believed to be the Against the Grain clearance store.

Firefighters used two breathing apparatus, one hose reel and one covering jet to fight the fire.

The road was closed and motorists were advised to avoid the area for a time.