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A 'large fire' has broken out at Daler-Rowney, the headquarters of an art manufacturing firm, in Bracknell, Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service has said
(Image: UKNIP)A massive fire has broken out at the headquarters of an art manufacturing firm in Bracknell.
Residents are being evacuated from their homes due to the blaze at Daler-Rowney on Peacock Lane, with crews from Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service called out at around 3pm today.
"We currently have a significant emergency service presence at the scene," the fire service said. "We are advising people to avoid the area while crews deal with the incident."
Today20:27 BST
Fire appears to be ongoing
Firefighters continue to work to bring the blaze under control at Daler-Rowney on Peacock Lane in Bracknell.
Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service has not released any further updates on its website.
The Mirror has contacted Thames Valley Police for further information.
Today19:23 BST
Evacuation rendezvouz point is local Waitrose store
Thames Valley Police told the BBC that an evacuation rendezvous point has been set up at Waitrose on Doncastle Road, where all those evacuated are being advised to gather.
The Mirror has contacted the force for further information.
Today19:20 BST
Daler-Rowney HQ based at Bracknell site
According to the Daler-Rowney website, the firm’s main office, warehouse, and colour manufacturing and paper factory are all located at its Bracknell site.
Today18:48 BST
Thames Valley Police evacuating local residents
Officers from Thames Valley Police are evacuating the local area and going door-to-door to alert residents, the BBC reports.
Today18:46 BST
Map shows location of fire
A map shows the headquarters of arts manufacturer Daler-Rowney on Peacock Lane in Bracknell, where firefighters are currently working to extinguish a large blaze.
Today18:40 BST
Fire service statement
Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service says on its website: "At approximately 3pm on Monday, 25 May, we were called to reports of a large industrial fire on Peacock Lane in Bracknell.
"We currently have a significant emergency service presence at the scene. We are advising people to avoid the area while crews deal with the incident. Residents nearby are also asked to keep windows and doors closed as a precaution."
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