Fire crews tackle 'large fire' at East Yorkshire recycling site
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The fire broke out in the grounds of Allensway Recycling Centre at Holme-On-Spalding-Moor
Fire crews have been tackling a "large fire" at a recycling centre in East Yorkshire.
Humberside Fire and Rescue were called at 17:36 BST on Tuesday to a fire in the grounds of Allensway Recycling Centre in Howden Road, Holme-On-Spalding-Moor.
The fire service asked people to avoid the area and to keep windows and doors closed.
A spokesperson said the cause of the fire was unknown.
No-one was thought to have been injured, they added.
Twelve fire engines were initially sent to the scene along with a command unit, welfare unit and drone.
The number of appliances was reduced to four after the fire was brought under control, the fire service said.
Allensway Recycling provides a waste management service to organisations and specialises in materials such as plastics, wood, food and general waste, according to its website.
The company has been contacted for a comment.
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