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How do emergency services work together?

Major incidents like the M56 crash require seamless collaboration between emergency services. Greater Manchester Police manage the scene and traffic, Fire and Rescue tackle fires and extricate casualties, while the North West Ambulance Service provides medical aid. They operate under established protocols to ensure an efficient and coordinated response, prioritising public safety and incident resolution.

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