Firefighters called to huge blaze at industrial estate in Bangor

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"A huge fire has broken out at an industrial estate in Bangor, Northern Ireland. Emergency services were drawn in from five different fire stations to respond to the major blaze near Balloo Way on Friday afternoon. Thick grey smoke was seen billowing high over the Co Down city as police advised the public to avoid the area and keep windows closed."

Reporters cover reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, investigating political funding and producing documentaries that spotlight Americans fighting for reproductive rights. Quality journalism is offered without paywalls and is funded by donations from those who can afford it. A large fire erupted at an industrial estate on Balloo Way in Bangor, County Down, producing thick grey smoke and an orange-flamed roof. Emergency services from five fire stations responded, with police advising the public to avoid the area and keep windows closed. The cause remains unclear, with sources suggesting a possible boiler explosion and local reports indicating the blaze affected a car dealership. North Down MP Alex Easton urged people to stay away and praised emergency personnel.

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