The fire broke out this afternoon at Springfield Mill.
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service said:
“Firefighters are currently dealing with a large fire at Springfield Mill on Bridge Street in Sandiacre.
“Eight fire engines, two aerial ladder platforms, two water carriers and a control room unit have been mobilised following a call received at 16.23 hours.
“Members of the public are being asked to avoid the area, remain indoors and keep windows and doors closed due to the smoke.
“Firefighters from Ilkeston, Long Eaton, Nottingham Road, Clay Cross, Belper, Highfields (Nottinghamshire), Stockhill (Nottinghamshire), London Road (Nottinghamshire) and Loughborough (Leicestershire) are in attendance.”
Stapleford Fire Station said on Facebook at 5:20 pm 21 April:
‘Crews are working hard to bring this blaze under control. At the moment we have 8 fire engines, 2 aerial ladder platforms and 2 water carriers (plus a number of specialist officers) on the scene.
‘There are no reports of any injuries.
‘We ask that you avoid, Derby Road, Bridge Street and Town Street Sandiacre. These roads remain open with limited access at this time, although traffic is likely to build up as we place restrictions on the roads.’
Derbyshire Police said at 5:22 pm:
‘We are currently attending a large fire at Springfield Mill in Sandicare. We ask that you avoid the area and close your windows as there is a lot of smoke.
‘Please do not congregate to watch and ensure that you remain mindful of current government guidance of staying at home unless making an essential journey. Local diversions will be in place.’
This is just awful 😢😢 really hope everyone is safe. pic.twitter.com/2zwSaSW8cp
— Tom Walters (@TomWalters90) April 21, 2020
