A huge fire has broken out at a warehouse in Ventura Park, St Albans, with thick black smoke billowing over the M25. Social media footage shows the smoke rising from the area in Colney Street and hovering over the motorway.
Emergency response and advice
Herts Fire and Rescue Service is on the scene. In a post on X, the service said: "We are currently responding to an incident in Ventura Park, Old Parkbury Lane, Colney Street, St Albans. If you live locally, we advise to keep doors and windows closed and please avoid the area while emergency crews carry out their work."
Residents are urged to follow this advice as crews work to bring the blaze under control. This is a live blog, and updates will follow as the situation develops.
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