UK: Authorities responding to structure fire in central Northampton early Feb. 20

Event

Authorities are responding to a structure fire on Connaught Street in the Mounts area of Northampton early Feb. 20. Initial reports indicate the fire broke out at an industrial unit. Officials are advising residents in the area to keep their doors and windows shut. Roads in the immediate area of the fire are closed.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely in the coming hours. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the blaze as recovery operations and investigations continue.

Northampton is located 34 km (21 miles) northwest of Ampthill.

Advice

Avoid the area until the situation stabilizes and authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Consider remaining indoors if there is still heavy smoke, especially if suffering from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk of smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.