A derelict building went up in flames in Leeds city centre this morning (July 3). Firefighters have been tackling a huge blaze in Kirkgate.
West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service sent out eight fire engines at about 4.40am. The service said 60 per cent of the building was engulfed in flames.
Plumes of smoke could be seen wafting over Kirkgate, Harper Street and New York Street - all three streets have been closed following the incident, according to traffic data site Inrix.
