FIREFIGHTERS climbed onto the roof of a house to tackle a chimney fire.

Crews were called to Chapel Street shortly before 7.30pm last night.

Firefighters started tackling the fire from the hearth.

A ladder was then used to gain access to the roof and water was used to extinguish the flames.

Firefighters are offering advice on how to avoid a chimney fire.

Keep chimneys and flues clean and well maintained. Make sure embers are properly put out before you go to bed and always use a fire guard to protect against flying sparks from hot embers

Visit cheshirefire.gov.uk/public-safety/home-safety/chimneys for further information.