FIREFIGHTERS are tackling a large blaze at an Ellesmere Port recycling plant, which has been evacuated.
Photos from Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service
Five fire engines and an aerial platform was called to the scene at Recresco on North Road at noon today (Tuesday, August 14).
The fire involves a large paper storage building in the middle of the site.
A spokesman for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "A full evacuation of the site has taken place and there are not believed to be any injuries at the current time.
"The building is located close to the Manchester Ship Canal crews are currently using water pumps to pump water from the canal to assist firefighters tackling the fire."
Image taken from police helicopter.
It has been established there are approximately 600-700 tonnes of recycling paper and plastic on fire, in two separate warehouses on the site.
One police officer at the scene told the Standard he'd heard it could burn for several days.
We are currently dealing with a fire at a recycling plant in North Road, Ellesmere Port. More details can be found on our website: https://t.co/kmaJDzusk8 pic.twitter.com/FIAZLEVC6x
— Cheshire Fire (@CheshireFire) August 14, 2018
The fire service spokesman added: "Crews are applying water jets in two areas and a diesel tank is also being cooled. Crews are also using hand held hoses and two ground monitors to apply water to the area.
"The police helicopter is currently in attendance assisting firefighters with an aerial inspection of the site.
"Residents in the local area are advised to keep their windows and doors closed."
Above pictures by Steve Creswell
Pictures and video: Twitter / @climbFL370
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