Crews are damping down any remaining hotspots inside the property, working to preserve the building as much as possible and make the scene safe. Road users are being asked to avoid the area where possible while operations continue, as the road is expected to remain closed for some time. Twelve fire engines, a height vehicle, and a command support unit were sent to tackle the blaze.

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