Google MapsFirefighters continued to battle a blaze which broke out at a recycling centre in North Ayrshire overnight.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) were deployed just before 3.30pm on Tuesday following reports of a fire at Lowmac Alloys recycling centre in Irvine.
Four appliances and a high-reach vehicle were sent to the scene, with no reported casualties.
Fire crews confirmed four appliances remained at the scene at 6.30am on Wednesday.
Police are advising residents to keep their windows closed due to the fire.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 4.20pm on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, we were made aware of a fire at an industrial premises in the Murdoch Place area of Irvine.
“Officers are in attendance with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and the incident is contained. There are no reported injuries.
“Members of the public are advised to keep windows closed at this time and take caution on nearby roads including the A78 due to the plume of smoke.
“Murdoch Place is closed at the junction with Shewalton Road and locals should avoid this area.”
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