Police have launched an arson investigation into the huge tyre fire in Ranksill rear Retford. Nearby businesses were evacuated and two people were treated by paramedics after sustaining minor smoke inhalation injuries.
Police are treating the fire as suspected arson and are appealing for information. It comes after firefighters were called to the incident in Station Road shortly after 10.20am on Friday (August 5). Thousands of tyres as well as scrap vehicles and diesel tanks were involved in the fire.
The fire caused a large black smoke plume which could be seen from miles around. Damage was also caused to outbuildings and power lines. Police are providing assistance at the scene, with an area cordoned off and local road closures in place, as the fire crews continue to tackle the incident.
