Wakefield bakery fire smoke covers part of city
About 140 firefighters are tackling a major fire at an industrial bakery in Wakefield, which is covering the area in thick black smoke.West Yorkshire Police said there were no reports of any injuries.
People living nearby have been told to shut all doors and windows and the wind is also causing smoke to blow towards the city centre, the force said.Police urged those living nearby to close their windows and doors due to the amount of smoke"As I approached the store I saw police officers in masks telling people to move back," she said.She said she then walked over to a nearby supermarket and saw people with their hands over their mouths saying they felt light headed.
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