Large fire at former power station

Firefighters are tackling a large fire at a former power station in Cheshire.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) was called to an industrial unit at Fiddlers Ferry Power Station, near Warrington, at 12:58 BST.

Crews from 11 stations across Cheshire are at the scene, with road closures and a cordon in place.

Residents living nearby have been advised to keep their windows and doors closed because of the smoke.

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