Explosion and huge plumes of smoke from fire in Killamarsh

Huge plumes of black smoke billowed over Rother Valley Country Park after reports of an explosion and large fire nearby.

Published 27th Jun 2022, 17:57 BST

Updated 27th Jun 2022, 20:02 BST

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Firefighters attended a site at Norwood near Killamarsh following the incident at about 4.30pm. It is understood that the fire has broken out on the Norwood Industrial Estate on Rotherham Road.

One eyewitness said they saw flames shooting into the air. Residents in Swallownest and Kiveton reported seeing the smoke from their homes.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed it has sent several crews to the blaze.

A passersby took this picture of the smoke over Norwood.

A passersby took this picture of the smoke over Norwood.

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