Cause of fire near Heckmondwike and Liversedge 'unknown'

Fire engine at the scene of the mill fire in Liversedge. Image: Newsquest (Image: Newsquest)

Fire crews from across West Yorkshire were scrambled to the scene in Wormald Street, in Millbridge, between Heckmondwike and Liversedge at around 7pm on Tuesday, March 14.

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  Large plumes of smoke could be seen for some distance, rising into the sky above the burning industrial building.

Firefighters damping the fire at Liversedge.Image: Newsquest (Image: Newsquest)

At the height of the fire 12 fire appliances and three aerial ladder platforms were in attendance and locals were advised to keep their doors and windows shut.

Crews remained at the scene yesterday morning using an aerial appliance and a ground monitor to control the fire.

Crews started damping down just after 9am.

Firefighters damping the scene. Image: Newsquest (Image: Newsquest)

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue told the Telegraph & Argus today (March 16) that the cause of the fire is unknown at this time.