Derbyshire traffic and travel: Homes evacuated and road closed due to blaze at church
Drivers are being warned that Chapel Street in Kilburn, Belper, is currently closed due to a church on fire.
Derbyshire police: “Some residents have been evacuated from their homes and we will inform occupants when they are able to return.
“Please avoid the area and find alternative routes.”
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service said they had been called out to the incident at 12.24am this morning.
A spokesperson said: “We are currently dealing with a large fire at a church on Chapel Street in Kilburn, Belper.
“Six fire engines, an aerial ladder platform and a command support vehicle are in attendance. Firefighters are using main line jets to contain the fire at the two-storey building and prevent its spread.
“Neighbouring properties are being evacuated by Derbyshire Constabulary as a precaution while emergency services deal with the incident.
“Please avoid the area and find alternative routes. If you see or smell smoke, please keep your windows and doors closed.”