Dramatic scenes in Bucharest after fire erupts at tyre depot

A huge fire at a rubber tyre and chemical factory left the Romanian capital Bucharest shrouded in toxic smoke. Eight squadrons of firefighters were called to the scene in the north of the city, with nine officers reporting for hospital treatment. Seven civilians also required treatment, mostly from the effects of smoke. None of the injuries are thought to be life threatening. The fire is now reported to be under control but there was no immediate suggestion on what caused the outbreak.

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ITN | September 13, 2009

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