Gladys Avenue and the roads surrounding it have been shut down on Wednesday, February 25 as the fire service deal with an incident.
A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said: “Firefighters are currently on the scene of a chemical spill at a commercial premises on Gladys Avenue, Portsmouth. We ask that you avoid the area due to the number of fire engines on the scene, and that local residents close windows and doors.”
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5. North End incident
There is a large emergency services presence in the area. | Stu Vaizey
6. The surrounding streets near North End Avenue have been cordoned off.
The surrounding streets near North End Avenue have been cordoned off. | Stu Vaizey
7. North End Incident
Emergency services have cordoned off the streets around North End Avenue on Wednesday, February 25. | Habibur Rahman
8. North End incident
It is believed that a chemical spill has occurred in the area. | Stu Vaizey