24/10/2016

Major Fire At Industrial Unit In Co Armagh

Emergency services are at the scene of a major fire at an industrial unit in Portadown, Co Armagh.

The blaze happened on the Drunnacany Road on Monday, 24 October.

The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service are at the scene and residents in the area have been advised to keep their windows and doors shut.

(CD)

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