Over 100 firefights are currently tackling a huge blaze at the mill complex in Keighley that was a filming location for the popular BBC drama the Peaky Blinders.
The West Yorkshire Town currently has West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Fire crews tackling the inferno at Dalton Mills in Dalton Lane.
20 pumps were called out just before noon, according to West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue. Flames can be seen billowing out of the building as the fire crew struggles to get the fire under control.
Local residents have been advised to keep windows and doors closed to avoid smoke inhalation and to avoid travelling through the area due to the dense smoke.
The mill was built by Joseph Craven in 1869. It replaced the older mill built in 1780 and was once the biggest employer in Keighley with over 1000 employees .
In the final battle with Billy Kimber, the Peaky Blinder boys can be seen walking down alongside the mills on their way to a showdown against the London gangster.
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