At peak, more than 140 firefighters were tackling the blaze at Speedibake, on Westgate Retail Park. We've gathered together some of the most powerful photos from the weekend.
1. Dark clouds
This photo, taken from Waldorf Way, shows smoke rising from the Speedibake factory. | other Photo: CVC Studios
2. 'Like nighttime'
Dark smoke descended over Wakefield Retail Park on Saturday after the fire was first reported shortly after 1pm. | other Photo: Andrew Parkinson
3. Into the darkness
Daniel Andrews took this photo from Wakefield Westgate station. | other Photo: Dan
4. High alert
Drivers were diverted out of the area while the fire burned. | other Photo: Headless Horseman
5. A sight to behold
This still, from a video captured by Sammii Riley, shows residents gathered in the street to observe the fire. | other Photo: Sammii Riley
6. Under control
These photos, captured on Sunday, show the extent of damage to the warehouse, which has stood for more than 40 years. | jpimediaresell Photo: Tony Johnson