In the summer of 2018, a fire erupted at St. George’s Shopping Centre in Preston, Lancashire. The fire prompted the evacuation of the shopping centre and surrounding properties. Firefighters worked tirelessly to control the blaze, which threatened to spread further within the mall.
The incident highlighted the importance of effective fire safety protocols in commercial buildings, particularly shopping centres, which can be challenging environments for both occupants and firefighters due to the presence of numerous stores, electrical systems, and ventilation networks.