FIREFIGHTERS have tackled a blaze at a prominent old mill building. 

Crews were called to the derelict Barkerend Mills, which sits on the outskirts of Bradford city centre, at 7.25pm. 
Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Fire crews tackle a blaze at Barkerend Mills. Picture: Anna Dyson Clarke/T&A Camera ClubFire crews tackle a blaze at Barkerend Mills. Picture: Anna Dyson Clarke/T&A Camera Club

A West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said the fire was between the third and fourth floors of the five-storey building. 

Two people were inside, said the spokesman, but they are uninjured. 
Bradford Telegraph and Argus: A section of Barkerend Road has been closed. Picture: Anna Dyson-Clarke/T&A Camera ClubA section of Barkerend Road has been closed. Picture: Anna Dyson-Clarke/T&A Camera Club

Eight fire engines and an aerial appliance were initially called to the scene, but that has now been scaled back to five. 

A large jet is being used to bring the fire under control. 
Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Police and firefighters at Barkerend Mills. Picture: Anna Dyson-Clarke/T&A Camera ClubPolice and firefighters at Barkerend Mills. Picture: Anna Dyson-Clarke/T&A Camera Club

Police are assisting and part of Barkerend Road is cordoned off. 

One onlooker said: "There was a lot of fire engines and ambulances next to Lidl."

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