"Staffordshire Police reported that an 18-year-old man from Leek was arrested on suspicion of arson with recklessness as to whether life was endangered. He remains in custody."
"The Historic England website states that the six-storey building was built in about 1860 and is an important example of a large-scale mill used in the silk industry."
"Station manager Jonathan Ashby stated, 'The fire is under control but has yet to be extinguished as crews are unable to enter the building at this time.'"
"Residents living nearby have been advised to keep their windows and doors closed due to the 'excess smoke still coming from the building.'"
An 18-year-old man from Leek was arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire broke out at the Big Mill in Staffordshire. The fire, reported around 9.35pm, led to the evacuation of nearby residents. The historic six-storey mill, built around 1860, is significant in the silk industry. Firefighters worked to control the blaze, which was still not fully extinguished due to safety concerns. No injuries were reported, and residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke. An investigation into the cause of the fire is pending.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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