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Road closures in place due to large fire

David SpereallYorkshire
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue A firefighter stands in front of a smouldering collection of cars and metal racks. It is dark but smoke car be seen coming from the debris. There are large pools of water on the floor.South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue
The fire broke out at a commercial garage in Grange Lane, Ecclesfield

Road closures remain in place between Sheffield and Rotherham due to a large overnight fire on an industrial estate.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service said crews were called to the fire on Grange Lane in Sheffield, between Deep Lane and Grange Mill Lane, at 01:42 GMT on Tuesday.

No injuries have been reported from the blaze, which involved scrap metal and tyres, before firefighters left the scene at 04:31.

A spokesperson said the cause of the fire was under investigation.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue A firefighter can be seen among the burnt out shells of three vehicles. It is dark and there are large pools of water on the ground.South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue
Emergency services were called to the scene at about 01:42 GMT on Tuesday

A police cordon remains in place in the Ecclesfield area, with drivers advised to seek alternative routes.

A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Our officers remain on the scene and are supporting the fire service."

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