Firefighters remain at scene of 'large blaze' within recycling centre

Firefighters are continuing to battle a “large blaze” within a recycling centre near Dundee airport.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service called to the fire affecting a large area within a recycling centre on Wright Avenue in the city.

Crews were called after 5pm on Thursday and three appliances sent to the scene.

Firefighters worked through the night to extinguish the fire, and as of around 4pm on Friday, crews remained at the scene.

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A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “We were alerted at 5.44pm on Thursday September 4 to reports of a fire within a recycling centre on Wright Avenue, Dundee.

“Operations Control mobilised three appliances to the scene.

“Due to high levels of smoke in the area, residents in Dundee, Newport and Tayport are advised to keep windows and doors closed at this time.

“Crews remain in attendance, and there are no reported casualties.”

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