Investigation into cause of Doncaster fire

It started last night at a waste recycling plant at Balby Carr Bank

South Yorkshire Fire

Author: Kat WrightPublished 23rd Apr 2022
Last updated 23rd Apr 2022

Fire crews from South Yorkshire remain at a waste recycling plant in Doncaster - after a big fire overnight.

At its height - around 50 firefighters were tackling the blaze at Balby Carr Bank. Crews from Nottinghamshire also assisted.

Roads in the area have now re-opened, but nearby residents are being told to keep doors and windows closed and people are being asked to avoid the area.

Once the fire is fully out, SYR say a multi-agency investigation into the cause will be carried out.

fire crews at the waste recycling plant blaze

Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster fire

Investigation into cause of Doncaster fire

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fire crews at the waste recycling plant blaze

Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster fire

The Midlands' Environment Agency is also supporting the fire service - monitoring local water courses to check if the fire's had any environmental impacts.

South Yorkshire Fire say they're expecting a couple of pumps to remain for the rest of today (Sat 23rd April).

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