Firefighters are still tackling the burning remains on a building in Swindon – after it exploded on Wednesday evening (24 September).
The EPS Smile print production facility in Crompton Road, on Groundwell Industrial Estate, was completely destroyed in the incident two days ago.
At the height of the incident, around 20 fire appliances were in attendance – including from stations in Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. No casualties were reported.
While the flames have been extinguished by fire crews, hotspots – involving smouldering parts of debris in the building – are still being put out this morning (Friday).
An investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service are yet to provide an update on this.
In an update on Thursday (25 September), the service warned people not to touch debris found in nearby streets.
A spokesperson said: “Our colleagues are still at the incident at Groundwell Industrial Estate and we’re aware of some concern due to the potential of asbestos.
“We want to reassure the public that we believe this to be low risk, and precautions have been taken to avoid further spread of smoke and debris.
If you suffer from any respiratory conditions, we advise you to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke in the area.
“As a precautionary measure, residents should not touch any debris that has fallen onto their private property or surrounding land and report this to Swindon Borough Council on 01793 445500.”
This morning, a spokesperson added: “Relief crews came in overnight from Marlborough and Swindon.
“Our stop came in 12.29am and a reinspection took place this morning where crews from Stratton extinguished remaining hotspots.”
