Firefighters are ‘making good progress in tackling the fire’, the Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said. They are working in three sectors to extinguish the fire systematically.
Relief crews are heading to the scene and will continue the major efforts into the night. Cheshire Police are asking motorists to avoid the area while emergency services work at the scene.
Superintendent Sam Billington said: “A large number of officers are in attendance at the scene to manage road closures and provide reassurance to the community.
“While our colleagues from Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service tackle the fire, we would urge residents in the nearby area to follow their advice and stay indoors with their windows and doors closed at this time.
“I would also ask people not to congregate at the scene as it could hamper our response to this incident.”