A significant fire has erupted in Bournemouth, Dorset, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and prompting a swift response from emergency services.
Firefighters are currently at the scene, working tirelessly to contain the blaze, which has caused widespread disruption in the area. Witnesses reported seeing flames engulfing a commercial property, though the exact cause remains unknown.
Emergency Response in Full Swing
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed multiple crews are tackling the fire, with nearby residents urged to stay indoors and keep windows closed due to heavy smoke.
Local roads have been cordoned off, and authorities are advising motorists to avoid the area to allow emergency vehicles clear access.
Eyewitness Accounts
One bystander described the scene as "terrifying," saying, "The flames were huge, and the smoke was billowing across the sky. It’s chaos."
Another resident expressed concern over potential damage to nearby buildings, though no injuries have been reported so far.
What We Know So Far
- The fire broke out in a commercial area of Bournemouth.
- Multiple fire engines and specialist units are on-site.
- No casualties have been reported at this stage.
- Authorities are investigating the cause.
Stay with us for further updates as the situation develops.
