02/07/2007
Chemical blaze near M6 now 'under control'
A fire sparked by a chemical explosion at a Lancashire industrial estate, which led to the closure of parts of the M6, is now under control.
The blaze broke out shortly after 6am on Monday morning on the Veolia Cleanaway site on the Red Scar industrial estate in Ribbleton, Preston.
A police spokesperson said that it was believed that a number of chemical drums were exploding at the site.
People living near the site were advised to stay indoors and keep their windows closed until further notice.
The blaze resulted in the closure of the M6 between junctions 31 and 32, although it has since reopened.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said that ten pumps were used to fight the fire.
Police have appealed for motorists to remain patient and calm while traffic congestion is cleared.
(KMcA)
The blaze broke out shortly after 6am on Monday morning on the Veolia Cleanaway site on the Red Scar industrial estate in Ribbleton, Preston.
A police spokesperson said that it was believed that a number of chemical drums were exploding at the site.
People living near the site were advised to stay indoors and keep their windows closed until further notice.
The blaze resulted in the closure of the M6 between junctions 31 and 32, although it has since reopened.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said that ten pumps were used to fight the fire.
Police have appealed for motorists to remain patient and calm while traffic congestion is cleared.
(KMcA)
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