Hengrove Leisure Centre was evacuated this morning following what has now been confirmed by Avon Fire and Rescue as a chemical leak.
An eyewitness originally got in contact with Bristol Live to say people had been evacuated from the leisure centre due to there being a 'strange smell'.
Earlier this morning, the leisure centre tweeted: "Please be advised that we have had to evacuate the building. We will endeavour to keep everyone up to date."
A spokesperson for Avon Fire and Rescue told Bristol Live the latest about what is going on.
We are reporting live updates on this incident here.
"At 09:20, crews from Temple, Hicks Gate and Patchway fire stations were mobilised to reports of a chemical leak at a commercial property on Hengrove Promenade.
"Crews in gas tight suits have been working to identify the cause of the leak with partner agencies including the environment agency. Firefighters are formulating a plan to isolate the leak and also ventilate the building.
"Around 40 people have been evacuated from the building and two people have self-presented at a nearby walk in centre.
"Police are also in attendance and more information will follow."
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