Six fire engines were called out just before 6-30pm to the premises, the former Papa Sam’s takeaway, in St James Street at the junction with Calder Street.
An aerial ladder platform, an incident command unit, and a drone, all from Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, were also involved in fighting the flames. Firefighters used 45mm jets, two hose reels, and breathing apparatus units.

9. Images from huge blaze in Burnley town centre last night
. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard

10. Images from huge blaze in Burnley town centre last night
. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard

11. Images from huge blaze in Burnley town centre last night
. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
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