23/05/2017

Residents Advised To Close Windows And Doors After Fire In Newtownards

Residents are being advised to keep their windows and doors closed after a blaze broke out at the Castlebawn site on the Portaferry Road, Newtownards.

One fire in the area was put out on Monday, however firefighters are dealing with a significant amount of rubbish and rubble.

They are waiting for a digger to arrive on site to enable them to continue with their operations.

A spokesperson from the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) said: "There is a plume of smoke in the area. As a precautionary measure those within the Court Street area and near to the Castlebawn site are being asked to close windows and doors at this time."

(CD/JP)

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