VIDEO: Fire crews called to blaze in Hunslet after black smoke spotted in Leeds skyline

Fire crews have been called to a blaze in Hunslet which is sending black smoke up into the sky.
The fire in Midland Road, Hunslet. Photo: Lois ChappellThe fire in Midland Road, Hunslet. Photo: Lois Chappell
The fire in Midland Road, Hunslet. Photo: Lois Chappell

Nearby residents spotted the smoke and fire crews from Hunslet Station were mobilised to the incident.

The fire is in Midland Road and was reported at about 12.30pm.

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The fire in Midland Road, Hunslet. Photo: Lois ChappellThe fire in Midland Road, Hunslet. Photo: Lois Chappell
The fire in Midland Road, Hunslet. Photo: Lois Chappell

An update from fire crews is expected in about an hour - keep following for more as we get it.

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