Crews tackling blaze at metal recycling centre

A fire at a metal recycling centre at Kings Langley. It shows grey smoke billowing above a large metal container, with a yellow industrial vehicle parked in front on the right.Kings Langley Fire Station

Crews, including from Kings Langley Fire Station, were called to the recycling centre at about 03:10 BST

Firefighters are tackling a blaze at a metal recycling centre on the outskirts of a village.

Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue said it was called to the fire at Railway Terrace, Kings Langley, near Hemel Hempstead, at about 03:10 BST.

The fire service is advising residents nearby to keep their windows shut.

Road closures are in place and are expected to last for some time, said Hertfordshire Police.

A fire at a metal recycling centre at Kings Langley. Smoke is rising above a low-lying building. To its left can be seen a fire engine. The sky above is the dark blue of night. In front of the building is an expanse of grass.Kings Langley Fire Station

Residents nearby are being warned to keep their doors and windows closed

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