Emergency services tackling derelict building fire in Leeds

Emergency services have been attending a fire in Leeds city centre this morning.

Fire crews have been at derelict building on Kirkgate, which they say was 60% on fire.

West Yorkshire fire and rescue said:

"Derelict building fire, 3 storeys, 60% involved in fire. Crews currently using 8 Firefighting appliances, 2 Aerial ladder platforms, 3 large jets and 2 hose reels to extinguish the fire.

"Appliances from across the brigade are in attendance along with specialist resources and officers."

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