Full statement as firefighters rush to battle fire at waste site in Wetherby

Firefighters are battling a blaze at a waste site in Wetherby this afternoon.

Fire crews rushed to the Thorp Arch Industrial Estate in the Leeds town today (October 14). It was first reported just after 2pm and is described as on-going.

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The blaze is being tackled by firefighters from both West and North Yorkshire and is described as a “building fire”. Plastic materials are involved, according to West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue.

On its incident page, it explained: “Building fire at waste site - Plastic materials involved in fire - 1 Hose reel and 1 Breathing apparatus used. 2 North Yorkshire pumps also assisting.”

Have you witnessed the fire this afternoon? You can get in contact by emailing [email protected].