‘Avoid the area’ plea as emergency services tackle fire at Derbyshire factory site
Drivers have been urged to avoid the area and residents asked to keep windows and doors closed as firefighters tackle a blaze at a disused Derbyshire factory building.
Derbyshire police are warning motorists that Heanor Road in Ilkeston is closed from Grey Meadow Road to the roundabout at Rutland Street, due to a fire at an old factory.
The force said that road closure is affecting bus services and advised travellers to check with the bus provider for updates on routes affected
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue service said: “Six fire engines, an aerial ladder platform and an incident command unit are at the scene. Derbyshire firefighters from Ilkeston, Ascot Drive, and Long Eaton are there supported by Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service's Eastwood, Stockhill, and Stapleford stations.
“Crews were mobilised following a 999 call at 04:46 hours this morning (Wednesday 10 June).
“If you can see or smell smoke, please keep your windows and doors closed. Please avoid the area while emergency services deal with the incident.”