A number of residents have been unable to return home following an evacuation, the fire service says.
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Savanna Rags have confirmed the fire took place at their factory, a spokesperson for the company said: "It is with deep regret and sadness that we must inform you that a fire broke out at our warehouse. "Due to this we are ceasing our operations with immediate effect. We will advise any further updates when new information becomes available."The fire broke out at the Savanna Rags factory in Mansfield on Saturday
More than 100 firefighters from 16 crews have been involved in the operation, with Nottingham Road, Forest Road and Sandhurst Avenue closed and several properties evacuated.Ch Insp Amy Styles-Jones, from Nottinghamshire Police, said: "Thankfully there are no reports of any injuries but neighbouring streets have been evacuated as a precaution.
"The Oak Tree Leisure Centre, in Jubilee Way South, will open from 19:00 as a place of safety for members of the public affected by the fire."
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