A huge fire has broken out at a scrapyard in Southampton sending thick black smoke into the sky.
Firefighters are dousing the flames at EMR metal recycling yard in Millbank Street tonight.
Seven fire engines and two aerial ladder platforms are at the yard, along with a water carrier.
READ MORE: Live updates as firefighters tackle scrapyard fire
A large fire has broken out in Northam this evening 🔥
— Maya (@journo_maya) September 11, 2024
Avoid the area if you can.
Live updates on the @dailyecho pic.twitter.com/fWuCHlpEPA
Firefighters have warned people to avoid the 'hazardous' smoke.
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