Herefordshire Town engulfed in smoke

Jun 17 2009

A Herefordshire town was engulfed in smoke and 150 people evacuated from their homes after a major fire at an industrial packaging site.

At least 75 firefighters tackled the blaze at the Skymark plant on Southern Avenue in Leominster, and a plume of black smoke developed above the town.

A 400-metre cordon was set up around the site and 150 neighbouring residents were evacuated to a nearby sports centre.

Fire crews advised other people whose homes were caught up in the smoke to remain indoors with windows shut until conditions improved.