FIREFIGHTERS are tackling a fire at the cement factory in Padeswood.

The crews are working with staff at the factory to get the situation under control at Hanson Cement on Chester Road.

People living nearby have been asked to keep their doors and windows closed until the incident is resolved.

North Wales Fire & Rescue said: "Firefighters are in attendance at a fire at a cement factory in #Padeswood, Flintshire. Crews are working with onsite staff and we’re asking local residents to keep windows and doors closed."

The fire is now out and Natural Resources Wales have been informed.