Fire crews tackling large fire in Shepshed

Firefighters remain at the site of a large fire in Shepshed.

Crews were called on Friday evening, 12th August, after reports of smoke near to junction 23 of the M1. 

Matthew Cane, Head of Operation Response for Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service tweeted videos from the incident and advised local people to keep their doors and windows closed.

Crews are making progress tackling the fire in Shepshed. Avoid the area and if smoke is entering your home, close windows. @LeicsFireRescue @Leicester_News @bbcemt pic.twitter.com/eBi9n56mt4

— matthew cane (@matt0770) August 12, 2022

Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service said smoke could be seen from the blaze, 20 miles away. 

Multiple resources are tackling the fire in Shepshed, Leicestershire. Please avoid the area. @LFRSFireControl @LeicsFireRescue @Leicester_News @bbcemt pic.twitter.com/KvNeiPySAM

— matthew cane (@matt0770) August 12, 2022

Matthew Cane described the incident as "protracted" and said that crews would be on the scene for some time.

Fosse 107 reporters from near the scene said a number of roads were closed and smoke was still visible in the local area. 

.@LeicsFireRescue are currently dealing with a large incident in Shepshed. Thanks to all crews and assistance from @DfrsNfrsControl , @DerbyshireFRS and @nottsfire with this fire and other incidents that we are dealing with around the county. pic.twitter.com/mFG6hfq5wE

— Leicestershire Fire Control (@LFRSFireControl) August 12, 2022