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Evacuations as crews tackle fire in Cardiff Evacuations as crews tackle fire in Cardiff
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Firefighters are tackling a large blaze in a disused building in the Adamsdown area of Cardiff. Parts of a disused building where firefighters are tackling a large blaze in the Adamsdown area of Cardiff have started to collapse, the fire service has said.
Police and fire crews have evacuated neighbouring properties in Pearl Street and nearby roads have been shut.Police and fire crews have evacuated neighbouring properties in Pearl Street and nearby roads have been shut.
Around 40 firefighters are at the three-storey building which was previously a bingo hall and club, with crews brought in from across Cardiff, Barry and Caerphilly. Around 40 firefighters are at the three-storey building which was previously a bingo hall and nightclub.
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service said no casualties had been reported.South Wales Fire and Rescue Service said no casualties had been reported.
Splott Road has been shut and seven engines including a hydraulic platform have been dealing with the fire. Splott Road has been shut and 15 fire appliances, including a hydraulic platform have been dealing with the fire.
Firefighters battered down a side door to gain entry to the building following the callout at about 12:40 GMT.Firefighters battered down a side door to gain entry to the building following the callout at about 12:40 GMT.
Six fire engines have been called to the scene along with three water bowsers.
An evacuation centre has been set up for local residents at the nearby Star Centre.An evacuation centre has been set up for local residents at the nearby Star Centre.
Police have advised residents to keep windows and doors closed.Police have advised residents to keep windows and doors closed.
Road closures affecting Agate Street, Splott Road and Pearl Street have been put in place, said South Wales Police.Road closures affecting Agate Street, Splott Road and Pearl Street have been put in place, said South Wales Police.