GREATER Manchester Fire and Rescue Service currently has 25 fire appliances on the scene of a large fire in Holland Street Denton.

The fire originated in a three-storey warehouse building and has now spread to adjoining units.

Firefighters have laid ground monitor jets to pump water on to the fire as well as utilising three aerial appliances to tackle the blaze from above.

The incident has caused a large plume of smoke and residents are asked to keep their doors and windows closed. Evacuation procedures are in place locally.

Smoke is also affecting the M67 and a section of the motorway between junction one and junction two is closed. It is important for motorists to take extra care if travelling in areas affected by smoke.

Area Manager, Stewart Forshaw, who is in charge of the incident said: “Around 125 firefighters are working incredibly hard to bring this incident under control.

“The first crews on scene were met with a well-developed fire and more support was quickly mobilised to deal with the blaze.

“The incident is causing a large smoke plume that is affecting the local community and can be seen across the county. I would ask those who are affected by the smoke to keep their doors and windows closed and to avoid the area.

“Smoke is also affecting the M67 motorway and it is closed between junctions one and two. If you are travelling, please take extra care.

“It is likely our firefighters will be here throughout the evening and into tomorrow as we continue to deal with this incident.”