Huge plumes of smoke can be seen for miles around
Members of the public are being warned against flying drones as crews are battling a huge waste fire in Preston.
Firefighters are using two hose reel jets and a ground monitor to extinguish the fire. Nearby residents have been told to keep their windows and doors closed if they can smell smoke.The stinger appliance, high volume pump and the drone unit are now in attendance. Members of the public are being urged not to fly drones nearby.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said: "At 08:10 on the 12th March 2023, six fire engines from Preston, Fulwood, Penwortham, Bamber Bridge, Skelmersdale and Chorley along with the aerial ladder platform from Hyndburn attended an waste fire on Longridge Road, Preston.
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