Major fire breaks out at waste and recycling facility in Wiltshire

A major fire has broken out at a waste and recycling facility in Wiltshire.

Fire crews were called to the scene at Grist Environmental in Devizes this afternoon (Thursday).

There are traffic delays on the A343 Monument Hill as a result – and the road may be closed in due course.

A spokesperson for Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said the incident is “generating a lot of smoke”.

They added: “If you’re in the local area, please keep your doors and windows closed as a precaution.”