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People told to close windows and doors due to fire

BBC Smoke coming from a window which has flames coming out of it, there is a sign underneath which reads Nations Club Reggae Soul and next to it underneath a sign which reads KFC. BBC
Eight fire engines were at the scene in Union Street

Firefighters have said people should keep their windows and doors closed in an area of Plymouth after a fire next to a fast food takeaway on Saturday.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue said eight fire engines were at the scene on Union Street.

Fire services said they were called to a premises next to KFC at about 16:30 GMT where the first and second floor of the property was alight.

A spokesperson said cylinders were involved in the fire which was "making it more difficult" to control.

They added there was a "large amount of smoke coming from the roof" and they would be there for some time.

They urged people in the Stonehouse area of Plymouth to keep their doors and windows closed.

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