Summary

RECAP: Large fire at Hitchin recycling site

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  • Herts fire & rescue are currently at the scene of a large fire at a waste recycling site on Wallace Way, Hitchin.
  • Grove Road has now reopened and the fire is said to be "contained" by emergency services.
  • Locals are still being asked to avoid the area while the fire services deals with the incident.
  • If you are in the immediate area, please keep your doors and windows closed.
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  • If you have any information or pictures please send them to huw.richards@newsquest.co.uk.

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