Residents living near the scene of a large fire in Belfast have been asked to keep their windows closed.

       Six fire appliances are dealing with a blaze in the Belfast Harbour estate.

       The fire broke out in a scrap metal recycling business and led to smoke billowing across a large area of the city.

       Motorists are advised to avoid the area and anyone living nearby is asked to keep their windows closed

       A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police are currently in attendance as Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service are dealing with a fire at waste ground in the Queen’s Road area of Belfast Harbour Estate.

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       “Motorists are advised to avoid the area and anyone living nearby is asked to keep their windows closed.”