Pictures: Mansfield residents share photos of huge fire at Savanna Rags factory

Residents in Mansfield near the textile clothing factory – Savanna Rags – have shared photos of the blaze, as more than 100 firefighters tackled the factory fire over the weekend.

Firefighters spent more than 24 hours battling the blaze at Savanna Rags textiles recycling firm, off Nottingham Road, following an initial call on Saturday, March 18, at about 3.45pm.

Nearby homes were evacuated and electricity was shut off while the firefighting operation continued through the night.

Over the weekend, residents have shared video footage and photos of the fire – capturing plumes of smoke and flames from the factory site.

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Smoke was seen from across the community. Photo: Kylie Mayer

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6. 'Horrifying'

The view from Berry Hill residents. "Horrifying scenes unfolded", said resident Scott Carver. Photo taken Saturday, March 18. Photo: Scott Carver

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Flames were seen over the rooftops at the Forest Road fire. Photo: Philip Mitchell

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8. View from Rainworth

Residents in Rainworth could see the smoke. Photo: Nicola Spalding

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Pictures: Mansfield residents share photos of huge fire at Savanna Rags factory

Residents in Mansfield near the textile clothing factory – Savanna Rags – have shared photos of the blaze, as more than 100 firefighters tackled the factory fire over the weekend.

5. Mansfield residents

6. 'Horrifying'

7. Emergency incident

8. View from Rainworth

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