Crews tackle large shop fire in Newbridge
Crews were called to High Street in Newbridge after a large fire broke out in a shop on Wednesday. Nearby properties were evacuated.
Crews were called to High Street in Newbridge after a large fire broke out in a shop on Wednesday. Nearby properties were evacuated.
Firefighters are currently tackling a large fire in Newbridge. It's thought 5 shops have been evacuated.
South Wales Fire and Rescue team say there are currently around 36 firefighters and officers in attendance, including a police helicopter.
It's also thought there are fireworks involved in the fire.
Update Newbridge: Police Helicopter now in attendance assisting with overhead fire spread images
Update Newbridge: Fireworks are involved in this fire, please do not be concerned if you hear them, our crews are fighting the fire
Update Newbridge: Crews have evacuated 5 shops due to heavy smoke logging ventilation in progress
Rain clipping the far north through the evening but elsewhere staying dry with some sunny spells.
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