A clear-up operation following a major fire in a wood pellet warehouse at a North East port is continuing.
Emergency services were called to the Tyne Dock in South Tyneside on Wednesday afternoon after a major blaze at Tyne Grain Company.
It is understood the fire took hold of supplies of wood pellets used in biomass energy production.
More than 40 firefighters tackled the flames and people in the area were advised to keep their doors and windows closed.
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A spokesperson for the Port of Tyne said: “The clear up operation following last week's fire at the Port of Tyne is continuing.
"We can confirm that the substance that was on fire was wood pellets.
"As per the advice from the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, people are free to leave their doors and windows open.
“We would like to thank all our local communities for their support and co-operation in the last few days.”
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