FIRE crews are tackling a power station fire after it reignited taking it into its third day.

The fire broke out at Teesport Power Station at the MGT Biomass site on Monday (November 15).

Cleveland Fire Service said there was an issue with one of the silos containing wood pellets.

Businesses in the area have been told to work from home, after the fire service told people to keep their doors and windows closed - meaning a lack of ventilation in office areas.

Read more: Fire service warn residents to keep windows closed Teesport fire

A spokesperson from Cleveland Fire Brigade and Strategic Partners, said: "We are continuing to deal with an ongoing incident at Tees Rep Biomass Power Station, Tees Dock Road in Grangetown. 

"There is an issue with one of the silos containing wood pellets which we are monitoring 24/7 as a precaution, alongside staff from the site and strategic partners.  

"The nature of the issue means we will remain on site for some time, we will provide regular updates.

"We will be putting plans in place to mitigate smoke, however there will be smoke in the area for the foreseeable future. We advise all residents and businesses in the area to keep doors and windows closed and minimise time spent outside, as the wind direction changes this may affect other areas.

"If windows are closed in workplaces to remain Covid-19 secure businesses should be mindful of the importance of social distancing and consider wearing face masks in communal areas as closed windows will reduce the benefits of ventilation. Workplaces should consider alternatives such as working remotely if other mitigations are not possible.

"If you have a pre-existing health condition such as asthma carry your medication and if you feel unwell seek medical advice either from NHS 111 or calling your GP."

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