Championship game postponed after huge fire breaks out next to Southampton FC’s St Mary’s stadium | UK News

Southampton’s match against Preston this evening has been postponed after a fire broke out next to St Mary’s stadium.

Fire crews are tackling the blaze which broke out just after 1pm this afternoon affecting four industrial units in Marine Parade, Southampton.

It isn’t clear what caused the fire and a number of emergency responders rushed to the scene.

Southampton FC had been due to play Preston in the stadium this evening in the Championship.

Several nearby roads have been shut and people have been advised to avoid the area and keep their windows closed to avoid smoke.

Footage shows the large fire, sending black smoke billowing far above the neighbouring football stadium.

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Following the initial response, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue services have dispatched more responders to try and tackle the blaze.