Fire engulfs 150 tonnes of waste at scrap plant

Firefighters are pictured at the scene of a fire at Morris Metals in 2022

About 150 tonnes of waste is involved in a fire at a scrap metal plant in Doncaster.

Firefighters from South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to Morris Metals, in Balby Carr Bank, just after 06:00 BST and are working with staff to tackle the blaze.

People living nearby have been asked to avoid the area and keep their doors and windows closed due to "a large smoke plume".

No injuries were reported and an investigation into the cause of the fire will take place once it is extinguished, the fire service said.

A spokesperson confirmed three main jets were currently in use, with crews expected to remain at the scene throughout the morning.

This is not the first fire at the site. Crews also attended a fire in 2022.

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