Five appliances needed to tackle huge fire at waste recycling plant at High Melton

Firefighters were called out to a huge blaze involving waste recycling last night (Monday, November 8).

Published 9th Nov 2021, 10:22 GMT

Watch more of our videos on Shots!
and live on Freeview channel 276

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue received a call at 7.53pm regarding an incident at a waste recycling plant at High Melton.

At its height the fire required five engines and a turntable ladder.

Arsonists target a car in overnight fire in Doncaster

Crews are still in attendance this morning.

A spokesman said of the photos: “Here's a taste of what our crews faced last night at a waste recycling fire in Wath-Upon-Dearne. Excellent work from all involved in tackling this blaze!”

In these confusing and worrying times, local journalism is more vital than ever. Thanks to everyone who helps us ask the questions that matter by taking out a subscription or buying a paper. We stand together. Liam Hoden, editor.

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Liam Hoden