A massive fire broke out this morning in Reading town centre, creating an alarming scene with thick black smoke billowing from an under-construction building. The fire, which started around 11:38 am, is located close to Reading train station, causing widespread concern among locals.
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Shocking images and videos shared on social media show the severity of the blaze, with a large plume of smoke rising into the sky. Emergency services, including the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, are on the scene, tackling the fire. We have has reached out to the service for further details.
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