Fire closes a number of roads in Barry

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service say the incident on Holton Road is ongoing.

Holton Road, Barry
Author: Lauren JonesPublished 8th May 2024

South Wales Police say a number of roads in Barry town centre are likely to remain closed for some time because of a fire.

Emergency crews were called to Holton Road at around 07:15 this morning.

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service say the incident is still ongoing and are asking people living nearby to keep windows and doors closed.

Pictures shared on social media appear to show the former Burton menswear shop as the site of the fire.

Police say the incident is affecting Kings Square, Holton Road, Newland Road and Richard Street which are all currently closed.

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