A HUGE fire has broken out at a parcel depot run by courier firm Evri with the smoke visible for miles.
Photos and videos taken at the scene show huge orange flames and an enormous cloud of black smoke coming from the delivery company’s distribution centre in Avonmouth, Bristol.
The Evri parcel factory in Bristol is on fire
The black acrid smoke can be seen from the M5 motorway.
There are currently 16 fire crews and appliances at the scene.
Avon Fire and Rescue has urged locals to keep their windows and doors shut as thick plumes of smoke poured into the sky.
The fire service posted on social media to say: “We currently have 16 appliances in attendance at a warehouse fire in Avonmouth.
“If you live and work in the local area, we’d advise you to keep your windows and doors shut.
“More updates to follow.”
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