Two people missing following a huge blaze at a Stafford fireworks factory.

  • 5 years ago
The scene of a devastating fire at the SP Fireworks factory in Stafford, today October 31, 2014. Police have arrested a man in connection with a huge blaze at a fireworks warehouse last night, which has left two people missing. A 53-year-old man was detained in connection with the fire at SP Fireworks in Stafford, which sent thick smoke and firework explosions into the air. A specialist team are hoping to search the premises today as police work to trace those who were at the factory shortly before the explosion. Two people remain unaccounted for and rescue workers will begin their search for them after the premises are deemed safe A spokesman for Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service said: 'The search and rescue team will make an assessment as to the safety of the building, and a search of the premises will take place in daylight hours.'