Two factories in Bulebel industrial estate were evacuated following a fierce fire which erupted in the area.
Fire engines were called on site to control the fires which appear to have started in two containers which were outside one of the factories. The flames were coming out of a detergents factory. Fire engines arrived on site within minutes. Police were also called to control the traffic.
A police statement confirmed that the fire was reported at 16:45. No one was injured in the incident.
Magistrate C. Galea is investigating the cause of the fire.
Photos: Yanica Gauci