The initial main concern of the Emergency Services and the Council must be for those directly involved in any major incident or disaster. Concern also extends to relatives and friends of casualties.

It is vital that those responding to the incident are allowed to complete their task quickly and safely, with priority given to rescue operations to minimise casualties and preserve emergency communications.

Updated reports will be provided to the media. We would therefore ask the public to watch and listen to media reports of the incident without contacting the authorities, unless you have vital information which would affect the rescue and safety of those at the incident or disaster.

If you do have important information or feel that a relative or friend may be involved in the incident, listen for details of a specific telephone number which will be set up to provide information on the incident and contact numbers for those requiring further details.

The initial response to major incidents is usually co-ordinated by the Police and other Emergency Services, and the longer-term recovery plan generally by the council. Bury Council is prepared to readily respond to all stages to ensure response and restoration of services.

If you would like more information on emergency planning in Bury", please ring the Emergency planning officer on 0161 253 5181