A substantial fire has broken out at the Hathernware industrial estate in Sutton Bonington, Nottinghamshire, this morning, sending thick black smoke billowing across the area and prompting a major emergency response.
Emergency Response Underway
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service was alerted at 10:48am to reports of a large blaze at the estate located off Rempstone Road. Firefighters have deployed 13 appliances to tackle the incident, which is believed to have ignited just before 11am. Crews are actively working to contain the fire, which has affected buildings, timber, and trailers on the site.
Safety Warnings for Local Residents
Authorities have issued urgent advice to residents in the vicinity, urging them to keep their doors and windows closed to avoid exposure to smoke and potential hazardous fumes. Locals are also being asked to steer clear of the area to allow emergency services unimpeded access and ensure public safety.
The scale of the fire has led to significant disruption, with visible plumes of smoke rising high into the sky, creating a dramatic scene across the estate. Fire crews remain on the scene, assessing the situation and implementing strategies to extinguish the flames and prevent further spread.
Updates on the incident are expected as the response continues, with officials monitoring air quality and structural integrity in the affected zone. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, with no immediate reports of injuries.
