Explosions at airfield after huge fire breaks out near runway

A huge fire is being dealt with on a Suffolk airfield, sending clouds of thick black smoke into the air.

Thick clouds of black smoke can be seen at the airfield following reports of explosions (Picture: Richard Lapage)

A witness at Parham Airfield described seeing ‘two massive explosions’ as the blaze broke out at 9.43am this morning. Early reports suggest the incident involves hazardous materials. An estimated 13 fire crews from Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service are currently at the scene on Silverlace Green, Parham. It is not yet clear if anyone has been injured in the incident. The witness said the blaze was like nothing she had seen before.

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A witness said she heard two explosions as the fire broke out (Picture: Richard Lapage)

She told the East Anglican Daily Times the fire was ‘absolutely blazing’ through the roof of ‘what looked like an original Second World War building’ around 10am. She continued: ‘There were two massive explosions and in one a flaming barrel flew high into the air. ‘Someone from a nearby farm said there were apparently 6,000 tonnes of resin stored in the building.’ Those living close to the area have been advised to keep their windows and doors shut due to the smoke. Drivers have also been asked to avoid the region.