Crews were called to a serious fire in Northallerton tonight (Tuesday).
It led to a warning to nearby residents.
A number of fire crews went to the fire in a commercial unit on Gaskell Close, near Standard Way in Northallerton.
Standard Way Industrial Estate, Northallerton
They were called at 4.24pm. A North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said on Tuesday: “There may be a lot of smoke in the area.
“If you’re nearby we advise keeping doors and windows closed and avoid the area if possible.”
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Please follow this advice from our colleagues at the Fire Service if you are in the Northallerton area.
“We’re currently supporting this incident by managing road closures.”
The fire service issued this update on Tuesday morning: “Crews from Northallerton, Bedale, Thirsk, Stokesley, Ripon, Richmond and neighbouring brigade Darlington attended a fire at an industrial building.
“Eight breathing apparatus and two hose reel jets used alongside another two main jets and use of the ariel ladder platform to extinguish the fire.
“Crew from Northallerton will remain and monitor the incident.”
