The roof of a building is on fire in the seaside town of Weymouth (Image: @JournoMikeT)
A huge fire has erupted at a popular UK seaside town, with four fire engines battling the blaze.
Footage shared on social media shows the roof of a property on fire in Weymouth.
One person shared a picture of the scene, and wrote: “The roof of the Dorset Burger Company in King Street, #Weymouth is currently on fire.”
Another wrote: “Looks like it’s a property above Dorset Burger Company on King Street.”
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said firefighters have been at the scene in King Street and warned that access to Weymouth Railway Station is severely restricted. The service advised locals to avoid the area.
The roof of the Dorset Burger Company in King Street, is currently on fire.
— Paul Russell (@paulrussell99)
Road closures were in place, according to Damory Coaches, which operates services in the town.
The company said that due to a “major” fire road closures have been introduced. According to the firm, the CR8 route has been affected, with possible delays around Weymouth Sea Front.
It warned the service would be affected for most of Saturday (January 4) with locals urged to plan ahead by the company.
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