Public told to avoid dangerous Derbyshire building

Image source, Derbyshire Fire and Rescue

Image caption, The nearby road has been closed at either end while the building is examined

The risk of a former church in Derbyshire collapsing has prompted a warning for members of the public to avoid the area.

Emergency services were called to Simmondsley Lane, Glossop, at about 17:40 BST on Friday.

A passer-by spotted a large crack in the end of the former Zion church.

Fire crews left the area later on Friday but police have maintained a cordon from the junction with the A57 to the junction of Bowland Road.

The building - which dates from the mid-19th Century - has been empty for some years and is due for demolition.

It is believed structural engineers are examining the structure to decide on a course of action.

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