Barrow fire: Police's chilling window warning to anyone driving near nuclear submarine yard blaze

Police have issued a chilling warning after a blaze at BAE Systems submarine yard.

In an early morning update, Columbia Constabulary released a statement, which read: "Emergency services remain in attendance at BAE at a significant fire at the site. There is no nuclear risk.

"Whilst people living nearby are no longer being advised to remain indoors, the message remains to keep doors and windows closed.

"If you are in a road vehicle and travelling within the vicinity of BAE, please close your vehicle's windows, air vents and sunroof and turn off fans. Turn off fans and air conditioning if you have them.

"People are also asked to avoid the area whilst emergency services continue with their work. Cumbria Fire and Rescue are likely to have appliances on site for much of the day today."

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