Huge fire breaks out at Smoby Toys factory in Bradford

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Up to 15 fire engines were sent to the factory at the height of the blaze

About 60 firefighters have been tackling a huge blaze at a toy factory.

Crews were called to the fire at Simba Smoby Toys on Hall Lane in Bradford shortly after 05:00 BST on Saturday.

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said the flames had ripped through the entire 100m-long building and there were no details of any casualties yet.

The blaze has been brought under control but crews remain at the scene dampening down, the service added.

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Flames ripped through the entire 100m-long factory

A spokesperson said they had "no reason to believe anyone was inside" the factory, which previously was hit by a fire on 3 July.

Fire investigation officers are due start an inquiry at lunchtime.

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West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said there were no details of any casualties

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An investigation into the fire is due to start at lunchtime

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