Warning to 'keep away' as large fire breaks out at Heathfield Industrial Estate in Devon
People living in part of Devon are being told to close their doors and windows due to a large fire.
The blaze broke out at Heathfield Industrial Estate in Newton Devon at around 1pm.
No-one is believed to be injured.
Stephen Turrell lives 70m from the site says he was told by a neighbour that Batten Tyres and Van Hire in Cannon Road had gone up in smoke.
"At first it was thought that there were people trapped inside but it turned out they had gone out to buy their lunch," he said.
"The only one inside was a dog and he was passed out the window and is now being looked after by someone in the street."
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service say they sent three appliances to the scene where they found a commercial garage 15m x 30m well alight.
Crews have been fighting the fire with a water bowser and two hydrants.
The smoke from the fire, which is still burning, can be seen from a long way away.
A fire service spokesperson said: "If you are a resident in this area, please close all windows and doors for the next few hours. More info to follow shortly."
5 pm UPDATE: Eight appliances now at the scene.
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue service has issued this update on its website:
"Multiple calls were received for a commercial unit on fire. Initial attendance was 3 appliances and the aerial ladder plaform. Fire control mobilised an additional appliance due to the nature and content of the calls. On crews arrival requested a fifth appliance, and shortly after a further 3, taking the total to 8. 2 aerial ladder platforms were requested, 2 water bowsers, along with the incident command unit, welfare unit and the drone.
"This is confirmed as a fire involving a commercial garage approximately 15m by 30m. All persons are accounted for. The incident is being sectorised with ground monitors and breathing apparatus in use. Crews are defensively fighting the fire due to cylinders in the building. All local residents in the Heathfield area have been advised to close windows and doors."
Devon and Cornwall Police say they are assisting the fire service at the scene with a cordon and road closure.