Large fire in Sunderland
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service deal with a large fire in Sunderland.
Fire service deals with large fire in Sunderland
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is at the scene of a large fire in Sunderland.
An eyewitness reported hearing a large explosion nearby. The fire is in the area of the Alexandra Bridge. The fire service said it is in the early stages of dealing with the fire, and had sent several fire engines.
Firefighters across the country are currently striking in a dispute over pay and pensions.
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