A major fire has broken out at the Churchfield industrial estate in Cork city.
The blaze resulted in a sizable cloud of smoke that's visible from most areas in the city.
Units from Anglesea St, Ballyvolane, and a water tanker were brought in as firefighters worked to put out the blaze.
In one video, officers could be seen using an angle grinder to gain access to the site.
Emergency services are currently at the scene, with fire crews from Anglesea Street and Ballyvolane attending.
Cork City Fire Brigade has urged people to avoid the area, as well as those near the facility to keep their windows and doors closed.
Heavy smoke arising from the fire can be seen across the city this evening and it's impacting visibility.
In a post on Twitter, Cork City Fire Brigade said: "Crews from Anglesea Street, Ballyvolane and a Water Tanker are currently dealing with a major fire in Churchfield off John F Connolly Road Smoke can be seen across the city including from our Hq Avoid the area as crews battle the blaze, keep windows and doors in the area closed.
A later post added: "Crews are still battling a major fire in the Churchfield, John F Connolly Road area. Firefighters are using Foam through branches and our foam cannon trailer in an attempt to extinguish the fire. Please avoid the area as crews make the scene safe."
The fire has also led to traffic delays in the city, with traffic slow both ways on Mount Agnes Road, with further delays on Upper Fairhill.
