Emergency services tackle fire in derelict building on outskirts of Norwich

Those who live nearby are urged to keep their doors and windows shut

The fire on Dibden Road
Author: Sian RochePublished 20th Jan 2025

Emergency services are currently on the scene of a fire on the outskirts of Norwich.

In a post shared on social media, Norfolk Fire and Rescue confirmed it was called to a 'large derelict building fire' on Dibden Road earlier this evening.

The service is asking all those living nearby to keep their doors and windows closed due to a large smoke plume.

We've contacted Norfolk Fire and Rescue and Norfolk Police for more details.

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