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Nottingham Blaze Rages at Recycling Facility
3 May
Summary
- Firefighters responded to a blaze at a recycling plant early Sunday.
- The fire occurred in the Alcester Street area of Dunkirk.
- Four fire engines remained on scene for several hours.

Fire crews were dispatched to a recycling plant in Nottingham in the early hours of Sunday, May 3rd, 2026. The blaze, located on Alcester Street in Dunkirk, was reported shortly after 4:20 AM BST. Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they were actively working to extinguish the flames.
By later on Sunday morning, the service indicated a reduction in personnel at the scene. However, four fire engines were designated to remain at the site for at least several more hours to ensure the fire was fully controlled. Residents and the public were advised to stay clear of the area to facilitate ongoing firefighting operations.
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