Fire crews are battling a massive blaze at a recycling centre in Avonmouth near Bristol after a major incident was declared in the early hours of 15 July 2026. Emergency services were first called to the facility on Kings Weston Lane at approximately 3:30am, with the fire escalating rapidly.
Major Incident Declared
Avon Fire and Rescue Service declared a major incident shortly after 6am, urging residents to stay indoors and keep windows and doors shut due to a large smoke plume drifting south. In a statement on X, the fire service said: "We're responding to a significant fire at a recycling centre on Kings Weston Lane, Avonmouth. A major incident has been declared. There's a large smoke plume blowing south. If you're nearby, keep windows and doors closed and stay in doors where possible."
Community Impact
Residents in the surrounding areas have been warned to avoid the vicinity and remain indoors to minimise exposure to smoke. The fire service has deployed multiple crews to tackle the blaze, with efforts ongoing to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby properties. The cause of the fire is not yet known, and investigations are expected to follow once the situation is under control.
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