Evacuations as crews tackle garage fire in Derbyshire

Summarised from BBC Derbyshire's report · Updated 29 Oct, 17:57 · Archive

Fire crews are tackling a blaze at a garage in Woodville, Derbyshire, with several properties evacuated.

Fire crews from Derbyshire and Leicestershire are tackling a blaze at a garage in Woodville. The emergency response involved two fire crews from Swadlincote and two crews from Leicestershire. Several properties near the fire have been evacuated as a precautionary measure.

Derbyshire Police closed High Street between Hepworth Road and Clock roundabout because of the fire. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service has advised residents in the area to keep their windows and doors shut to protect themselves from smoke and fumes.

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• Evacuations as crews tackle garage fireThe emergency services are urging residents to keep their windows closed.BBC Derbyshire · 29 Oct, 16:54

In this story: Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service · Derbyshire Police · Woodville · Swadlincote · Leicestershire

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