A huge fire has erupted in Bootle, Merseyside, with smoke seen filling the sky above the town. Pictures shared on social media showed a large blaze, with thick smoke visible from miles away.
Blaze reported in Bootle
The fire was reported on Tuesday evening, with residents and passers-by capturing images of the smoke column rising over the area. The exact location of the blaze has not yet been confirmed, and emergency services have not released further details at this stage.
Updates to follow
More updates are expected to follow as the situation develops. Authorities have not yet commented on any potential casualties or the cause of the fire.
