ANDOVER residents have been urged to keep windows and doors closed following a 'large' fire that broke out in an industrial estate.

Approximately 45 firefighters are currently on the scene at The Dormy House 27 Walworth Business Park, Andover SP10 5LH.

According to the warehouse staff, the fire broke out at around 9.30am on Monday, March 13.

LIVE BLOG: 45 firefighters attending 'large' fire at Andover industrial estate 

There is a large amount of smoke coming out of the estate and people who reside near the area have been urged to close their doors and windows.

A fire service spokesperson said: "Firefighters are dealing with a large warehouse fire on the Walworth Industrial Estate in Andover. 

Crews from Hampshire were first called shortly after 10am, and are working alongside colleagues from Dorset and Wiltshire FRS and Royal Berkshire FRS. 

Approximately 45 firefighters are currently on the scene. 

Please avoid the area due to the large number of emergency services vehicles in attendance, and if you live nearby keep windows and doors closed due to the amount of smoke."