A fire at a 250m x 100m industrial waste recycling plant in Kidderminster was contained thanks to a sprinkler system and the early intervention of fire crews.
Firefighters arrived after an initial call at 3.30am on Tuesday morning and immediately called for four extra pumps. A command support vehicle and environmental protection unit also attended the incident.
Three firefighters in breathing apparatus gained access to the building to help tackle the fire from inside, and two covering jets and one high pressure hose reel were also used.
Group manager Mick Cadman from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue service said: "Thanks to the sprinkler system and the early intervention of our fire crews, the fire was contained to just one area inside one of the 12 access bays at the plant, and we were able to scale down to one pump by around 7.30am.
“Sprinklers activated in the affected area only, limiting the spread of fire and overall damage to the building while reducing the risk to firefighters tackling the blaze and the environmental impact. We'd urge all businesses to give proper consideration to this aspect of their safety planning."
