PA MediaWest Lothian residents are being urged to keep their windows closed as firefighters tackle a “significant” blaze at an industrial estate.
Emergency services were called to Brucefield Industrial Estate near Livingston around 1.07pm following reports of the incident.
Nine fire engines have been sent to the scene.
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is asking locals to keep their windows and doors closed while the fire is brought under control.
Drivers are also being urged to avoid the area.
STV NewsThere are no reports of any casualties.
Social media has shared images of the fire, and smoke can be seen as far away as Fife.
West Lothian Council posted online: “The Scottish Fire and Rescue service are currently attending a significant fire at Brucefield industrial estate in Bellsquarry near Livingston.
“Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.”
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said: “We are currently in attendance at a large building fire within Livingston’s Brucefield Industrial Estate.
“People are asked to avoid the area where possible and nearby homes should keep windows and doors closed.
“There are no reported casualties.
“Due to the utilisation of water supplies in the local area, nearby homes may see a slight discolouration of tap water.”
A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “Emergency services are in attendance at a fire at Brucefield Industrial Park, Hutton Sq, Bellsquarry, Livingston. Police have closed roads at Wilderness Roundabout, Cochrane Sq and Brucefield Park West.
“The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is advising people to avoid the area, and nearby houses should keep windows and doors closed.”
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