05/09/2019
Smoke Warning As NIFRS Battle Belfast Blaze
Forty firefighters are tackling a fire at a commercial premises on the Woodvale Road in north Belfast.
Three buildings have been gutted in the blaze that was first reported at around 05.30 on Thursday morning, 05 September.
Police are at the scene and have warned motorists to be aware of poor visibility in the area due to the amount of smoke.
The Woodvale Road has been closed between its junctions with Glenvale Street and Cambrai Street. Traffic is being diverted via the Ballygomartin Road and all city-bound traffic is being directed down Enfield Street.
Five fire appliances remain at the scene with specialist equipment, including an aerial appliance.
(JG/MH)
Three buildings have been gutted in the blaze that was first reported at around 05.30 on Thursday morning, 05 September.
Police are at the scene and have warned motorists to be aware of poor visibility in the area due to the amount of smoke.
The Woodvale Road has been closed between its junctions with Glenvale Street and Cambrai Street. Traffic is being diverted via the Ballygomartin Road and all city-bound traffic is being directed down Enfield Street.
Five fire appliances remain at the scene with specialist equipment, including an aerial appliance.
(JG/MH)
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