A massive blaze broke out in a shed this evening, spreading to a nearby house.
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) confirmed it was called to a house on Runnells Lane in Thornton at around 6.32pm before arriving at the property at 6.39pm. Two fire engines attended the scene, with crews finding a shed well alight at the back of the property.
The service also confirmed the fire had affected the house itself. Firefighters wearing breathing equipment used two hose reel jets to tackle the fire, with the blaze being put out at 7.11pm.
