LATEST: Fire at former poultry factory no longer ‘a major incident’ as fire appliances remain at the scene
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In a statement Group Commander Barry Ross Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service said: “Firefighters from across Northern Ireland remain at the scene of a major fire at an industrial premises on the Ballymena Road, Ballymoney.
“Throughout the night more than 100 Firefighters, including 9 Officers, 15 Fire Appliances and 10 Specialist Appliances fought to bring the fire under control.
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Hide Ad“The incident is no longer being treated as a major incident however more than 30 Firefighters, including 4 Officers, 4 Fire Appliances, 2 Aerial Appliances and 1 High Volume Pump remain at the scene alongside a Command Support Unit.
“As the incident continues, arrangements have been put in place to maintain emergency response cover across Northern Ireland. The incident is expected to continue into this evening.”
He added that the public are still being asked to avoid the area and local residents are asked to remain in their homes.
The cause of fire is still”under investigation.”
This morning Translink said bus services to local schools were affected.
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