This is the moment smoke can be seen pouring from a laundrette after flames took hold of the building.
A number of residents living near to Impressed Laundry, on Elliott Street, in Tyldesley, have been evacuated from their homes after a fire broke out.
Fire crews were called to reports of a blaze at a large commercial building at 6.47am this morning.
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The teams are using breathing apparatus and jets to tackle the fire.
People living near to the building are being advised to keep their doors and windows closed.
A video clip taken from the scene shows a large cloud of smoke billowing from the building, which can be seen from neighbouring back gardens.
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said: "Firefighters from across Greater Manchester were mobilized to an incident involving a large commercial premises in Common Lane, Tyldsley at 6.47am on September 13, 2019.
"A number of local residents have been evacuated while firefighers are using breathing apparatus and jets to tackle the fire. Crew are also putting water onto the blaze from above, using a hydraulic platform. An ultra-high pressure lance is also in use.
"Those local to the incident are asked to keep doors and windows closed and avoid the area to allow our crew to work."
A statement from Wigan Council said: "News alert: The fire service is dealing with an incident at Impressed Laundry in Tyldesley.
"Residents close to the scene are being evacuated from their homes as a precaution. For those travelling in the area there are some road closures in place."
