A large fire has broken out at the Tata Steel plant in south Wales, with fire crews tackling the blaze.
Staff have been evacuated and accounted for while emergency services remain at the scene in Port Talbot.
Pictures show large plumes of smoke rising from the site, which has traditionally made steel for cars, buildings and aerospace projects.
The blaze was first reported at 8pm on Wednesday at one of the plant’s processing lines, and was attended y Mid and West Wales Fire Service.
A statement from South Wales Police says: “Residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed.
“Please avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible.”
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