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Crews tackle fire engulfing waste centre

Crews tackle fire engulfing waste centre
BBC England Tuesday 18 August 2026, 21:00 UTC 1 min read
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About 100 firefighters are tackling the blaze at a recycling centre on Landman Way.

About 100 firefighters are tackling the blaze at a recycling centre on Landman Way.
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