Large fire breaks out at former library in Billingham town centre

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 6 Oct, 21:44 · Archive

A large fire has broken out at a former library in Billingham town centre.

A large fire has broken out at the former Billingham Old Library in the town centre. Cleveland Police are supporting Fire and Rescue colleagues at the scene, which is located near Billingham's Health Centre.

Police have urged residents to avoid the area, and roads have been closed. The exact cause of the fire and its current status are not yet known.

How it is being reported

• Firefighters tackle blaze at former libraryPolice urge people to stay away as firefighters battle a blaze near Billingham's Health Centre.BBC Tees · 6 Oct, 21:25
• Large blaze in Billingham town centre as roads closed and residents advised to avoid areaCleveland Police are at the scene supporting Fire and Rescue colleagues with a fire at Billingham Old LibraryTeessideLive · 6 Oct, 19:46

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