A spokesperson for Merseyside Fire and Rescue said: “Fire crews have been called to a fire at a building under construction in Scotland Road in Everton, Liverpool this morning between the junctions of Chapel Gardens and Penrhyn Street. Crews were alerted at 6.50am and on scene at 6.57am, with four fire engines and an aerial appliance in attendance.
“Crews arrived to find a three storey mid-terrace building currently under construction with the roof on fire.
“Fire crews are fighting the fire externally with three hose reel jets and a main branch hose. The aerial appliance is being located and readied to fight the fire in the roof area and check for fire spread.
“Buildings on either side have been cleared and all persons are accounted for.
“There is severe traffic congestion on Scotland Road, please avoid the area.”
