WATCH: Fire crews rush to scene of blaze in Wellingborough town centre

Name: Fire in Wellingborough town centre
Uploaded: 2021-09-21T12:03:38.000Z
Duration: 5 s

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service warn drivers to avoid the area

By Megan Hillery

Published 21st Sep 2021, 12:59 BST

Updated 21st Sep 2021, 13:08 BST

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Fire crews are currently attending a blaze in Wellingborough town centre on Tuesday lunchtime.

The fire on Midland Road, close to the Swansgate shopping centre, was first reported to the Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service at around 12.10pm today (September 21).

A reporter on the scene believes that the fire is taking place at the site of the former post office.

A spokesperson for the Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "The road is closed which is causing traffic disruption. Please avoid the area if possible."

More to follow.

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service Wellingborough