Crews tackle 'significant fire' at Avonmouth recycling centre
Firefighters in Avonmouth, Bristol, have contained a significant fire at a recycling facility that caused a major incident and large smoke plumes. Authorities are now transitioning to an investigation phase, though the fire is currently believed to be accidental.
Why it matters
Industrial fires at recycling centers pose significant public health and environmental risks, requiring rapid emergency response and subsequent safety investigations.
Image source, Simon Taylor Image caption, A large smoke plume has been seen blowing southwards from the fire in Avonmouth
Firefighters will work around the clock to tackle a "significant" blaze at a recycling centre that sparked a major incident.
Avon Fire and Rescue Service (AFRS) was called to the site on Kings Weston Lane in Avonmouth, Bristol, at 01:32 BST. A large smoke plume has been seen blowing southwards across the city throughout the day.
Crews were "scaled back" at 15:30, but firefighters are still working on what is left of the blaze and operations will continue into the night, AFRS said.
The fire service also confirmed that all personnel at the site were safely evacuated with no reported injuries, and the major incident has been stood down.
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