Fire rips through building in Nottingham as residents evacuated and crews work overnight to battle blaze

Published: 02:49 EDT, 6 October 2026 | Updated: 03:11 EDT, 6 October 2026 A huge fire has ripped through a building in Nottingham city centre – forcing residents to evacuate their homes.Emergency services were called to Market Street shortly after 10pm last night.A total of 12 fire engines with a minimum of 48 firefighters attended the scene as crews cordoned off the area and unrolled water hoses to fight the inferno.Striking images show a bright orange glow surrounding a residential property as thick grey smoke rises into the air. It is not yet known what caused the fire.Heavy traffic disruption is expected this morning, with buses being diverted and the tram service has been partly shut.The surrounding areas including Upper Parliament Street, Lower Parliament Street, King Street and Queen Street remain closed.Nottingham Fire and Rescue Service said: 'Crews have been working hard overnight, and a reduced presence remains on scene this morning. Striking images show a bright orange glow engulf a residential property as thick grey smoke billows into the sky Twelve fire engines attended as crews unravelled water hoses and cordoned off the area Nottingham Fire and Rescue Service said this morning: 'Crews have been working hard overnight, and a reduced presence remains on scene this morning''The NET Nottingham Tram remains closed in both directions between Theatre Royal and Market Square.'Roads in the area have been opened to one lane only, and we expect heavy traffic disruption this morning; please use alternative routes where possible.'There have been no reports of any injuries at this stage, and a fire investigation is scheduled to take place later today.'Residents were advised to keep windows and doors shut.