Emergency services are tackling a large fire that has broken out on an industrial estate in Wythenshawe this morning.
Black plumes of smoke from the blaze have been from miles around since shortly after 8am, with local residents also reporting hearing numerous explosions.
The fire seems to be centred on a premises on the Roundthorn Industrial Estate.
Greater Manchester Fire Service has now confirmed that morning that it was dealing with a fire "involving heavy goods vehicles" on Ennis Close.
Residents have been told to keep doors and windows closed as fire services tackle the blaze.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “Shortly after 8.15am on Sunday 23 February, 10 fire appliances from across Greater Manchester were called to attend a fire involving heavy goods vehicles on Ennis Close, Manchester.
“Crews arrived quickly and are working hard to extinguish the fire. Several nearby properties have been evacuated.
“Greater Manchester Police and North West Ambulance Service are also in attendance.”
At around 11am, the fire service confirmed they had managed to bring the blaze under control.
A spokesperson said: "Firefighters have now extinguished the majority of the fire using hose reels, jets and breathing apparatus. The incident is now being scaled back. Four fire engines remain at the scene. Nearby residents are still advised to keep their windows and doors shut."
Video from the scene this morning (James Coates)
Drone footage from Spare Pixel Media shows the extent of the blaze that broke out shortly after 8am this morning.
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