Sealand Road back open following last night’s fire at derelict Elms Hotel

Update: Sealand Road appears to be back open, traffic maps show the road is now clear.

It was closed between Seahill Road to Western Avenue

Morning Update: Sealand Road remains closed this morning following a fire in a derelict building last night.

The massive fire broke out at the former Elms Hotel, which has been completely destroyed.

Fire crews responded at around 8.30pm, and residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed due to thick smoke.

The cause of the fire is under investigation, but no injuries have been reported.

Sealand Road is closed from Seahill Road to Western Avenue. Traffic through Saughall is reported to be very heavy.

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— Adam Dandy (@AdamDandy) November 27, 2024

Earlier report: A huge fire has broken out this evening (November 26) at the site of the derelict Elms Pub on Sealand Road.

Firefighters are working to extinguish the flames while nearby residents have been advised to close windows and doors.

North Wales Fire and Rescue Service issued a statement urging people to avoid the area.

Really sad… The Elms Hotel, Sealand Rd is no more 😢 pic.twitter.com/obEMYwnA1w

— Adam Dandy (@AdamDandy) November 26, 2024

“We’re currently in attendance at a fire on Sealand Rd in Flintshire – please avoid the area whilst we deal with the incident,” a spokesperson said.

“If you live nearby, we’re advising you to close windows and doors as a precaution. Thank you for your cooperation.”

Sealand Road has been closed from Saughall traffic lights to Western Avenue, with traffic being redirected through Saughall.

North Wales Police echoed the fire service’s warnings, saying: “Due to a fire at a derelict building, Sealand Road towards Chester is closed. Please avoid the area, thank you.”

Sealand Rd, Flintshire/Chester closed due to a large ‘derelict building fire’ at the former Elms Hotel – @NorthWalesFire currently in attendance tackling the blaze! pic.twitter.com/t7TcJVhBD8

— Aaran Lennox (@aaranlennox) November 26, 2024

The blaze has also affected local water supplies.

Hafren Dyfrdwy, the water company serving the area, announced that fire crews were using hydrants in the are, which could result in low water pressure or discoloured water for some residents.

A local traffic report confirmed the extent of disruption, stating: “A548 Sealand Road both ways closed due to fire services activity from Seahill Road (Saughall) to Western Avenue (Chester).”

Photo: Aaron Lennox