A man has died and five people have been injured following a house fire in Wigan earlier this morning (Sunday, April 14).

Emergency services were called to the fire at a property on Warrington Road at around 2.30am.

In a statement Greater Manchester Police said "the extent of the injuries suffered by those inside the property has meant sadly a man has passed away as a result.

Five other residents from the property are currently receiving treatment to their injuries, with one in a life-threatening condition.

A scene remains in place, with road closures lifted. 

Police and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue are working investigate to establish the full circumstances.

Chief Superintendent Clare Jenkins from the Wigan district of Greater Manchester Police said: "Our thoughts are with the family involved in this incident who are currently receiving treatment for their injuries and also grieving a tragic loss.

"Whilst our enquiries alongside GMFRS continue and are still in early stages we are confident it is an isolated incident that has no wider risk to the public.

"Anyone with information that may help with enquiries is asked to call 101 quoting log 393 of 14/04/2024."