Firefighters tackle huge blaze near Glasgow

Residents in Renfrew near Glasgow are being advised to keep their windows closed as firefighters tackle a major blaze at an industrial recycling establishment.

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Residents urged to keep windows closed amid blaze

Residents in Renfrew near Glasgow are being advised to keep their windows closed as firefighters tackle a major blaze at an industrial recycling establishment.

15 fire appliances, including three specialist vehicles and approximately 75 firefighters are at the scene. Credit: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

A spokesperson for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said: "Firefighters are currently tackling the blaze using a number of main water jets, including one from a specialist height vehicle.

The incident is currently ongoing and it is estimated firefighters will remain at the scene 'fore a considerable length of time'. Credit: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

"Residents in the area are advised to keep their windows closed due to the large plume of smoke. ”

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