Residents in County Down have been instructed to keep windows and doors shut following what authorities are investigating as a suspected chemical leak in the Magheralin area.
Three fire appliances have been deployed to the incident location on the Steps Road. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) characterised the situation as a "hazardous incident involving gas" and issued guidance for people to stay away from the affected zone.
What is the current situation?
The Steps Road has been closed to traffic in both directions as emergency services work to contain and assess the hazard. Police have directed motorists to use alternative routes to avoid the area while the response continues.
What should residents do?
Members of the public have been advised to remain indoors with windows and doors secured as a precautionary measure. The NIFRS guidance emphasises the importance of avoiding the immediate vicinity of the incident until the all-clear is given by emergency personnel.
