Fire crews are battling a massive fire at the Fenix Battery Recycling plant in Kilwinning. Residents were evacuated and advised to stay indoors as the flames engulfed the factory, causing thick smoke and explosions.
Terrified residents were told to evacuate their homes after the blaze started at the Fenix Battery Recycling plant in the Ayrshire town in the early hours. Some locals had to flee their homes while others were told to stay indoors and close their windows as the flames ripped through the factory.
One resident posted on Facebook: "Anyone in the Pennyburn area evacuate the area ASAP as the fire is becoming uncontrollable. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.
"Even if the fire doesn’t spread the toxic smoke is not worth staying in the area. Get out if you can."
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