Bristol Road in Gloucester has been closed off by police after a fire has erupted on a business premise. Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue confirmed that it received a call regarding the fire at 2.45PM today (Saturday, March 23).
Six fire engines are at the scene and currently the fire is still ongoing. There are no reports of any casualties or injuries, and it is understood that no one is inside the building.
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19:20Phil Norris
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18:21Alex Richards
Road reopens
Locals report that Bristol Road has now reopened following the incident
17:13Alex Driscoll
No reports of casualties so far
Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue has said there are no reports of any casualties or injuries. It is understood no one is inside the building.
17:09Alex Driscoll
Fire engines are at the scene
Six breathing apparatius, four jets and an aerial ladder are in use at the scene to control the fire.
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