FOOTAGE of the fire that broke out in the early hours at BAE Systems in Barrow was captured by a local photographer. 

Two people were taken to hospital this morning (October 30) after a 'significant fire' as emergency services were called to the site at 00:44am

Moses Brown, of MB photography, was on the scene from around 1am to 3am. 

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Three fire engines were tackling the blaze with the HART (Hazardous Area Response Team) en route, as well as emergency services from Lancaster, he said.

As well as the smoke, he also reported a smell of burning plastic.

Not long after his arrival, he was evacuated off the bridge but moved to B&Q car park.

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Many drivers were reported to have stopped traffic when they caught sight of the blaze. 

Cumbria police has advised vehicles travelling in the vicinity of BAE to close their windows, air vents, and sunroof, and turn off fans and air conditioning.

The force has also assured that there is 'no nuclear risk' at the site, which builds nuclear submarines.