A major hotel in Bristol has evacuated all of its guest this afternoon (Saturday, March 2) as multiple fire engines rush to the scene. The Marriott Hotel on Lower Castle Street has reportedly evacuated its guests this afternoon amid an emergency incident.
The street is currently closed in both directions as emergency crews work on the evacuated hotel. It is believed that eight fire engines and a ladder are currently in attendance. Police vehicles have also been spotted at the scene.
A witness told BristolLive: "loads of fire engines outside the Marriott hotel". Pictures from the street show a number of fire engines, with crews scaling the building while people watch from the street below.
Avon Fire and Rescue has been contacted for further information.
This incident is ongoing, Please scroll down for the latest updates.
Stagecoach services affected
#Bristol Service 9 - Lower Castle Street has reopened, the service has now resumed the normal route. Delays are still expected due to the earlier disruptions. Please refer to the Stagecoach App for live tracking information.
— Stagecoach West (@Stagecoach_West) March 2, 2024
Hotel has been evacuated
BristolLive has been told by a firefighter that a smoke alarm inside the building was triggered. Fire crews were deployed and searched for the cause of the alarm. At this time, nothing has been found, but the road was closed and all guests were evacuated as a precaution.
Eight fire engines are reported at the scene
