A spokesperson for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, which runs Trafford General Hospital, said: “As at 3.35pm, we have safely evacuated ward and clinical areas. All staff and patients are safe, and we are informing relatives.
“We have taken the precaution of closing the Trafford Minor Injuries Unit. For all urgent and emergency care issues, please use alternative facilities including ringing NHS 111.
“Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service are currently in attendance. This is an ongoing incident.”