Nearby homes are being evacuated after a fire broke out in the Old Wainfleet Road area of Skegness.

Eyewitnesses say emergency services were called to the area near Bubble Car Wash and Velating Ltd this afternoon. Onlookers have reported hearing what they believed to be explosions, though this has not been confirmed by emergency services.

It is understood homes in nearby Wainfleet Road are now being evacuated as a precaution.

Smoke has been seen across town and residents are being advised to avoid Old Wainfleet Road where possible while emergency crews respond.

Emergency services are at the scene of a fire in Old Wainfleet Road, Skegness.

placeholder image — Emergency services are at the scene of a fire in Old Wainfleet Road, Skegness.

At this stage, details remain unclear and the cause of the incident has not been confirmed.

However, Skegness Police posted the following details on social media: “Incident 170 of today relates to a fire at a car wash on Old Wainfleet Road in Skegness.

“Thankfully there have been no reported injuries, but Old Wainfleet Road to Church Road south of the A52, Queens Road and Cross Street have all been closed. Fire & Rescue are aware and are currently on scene.

“Please avoid the area if you can, and if you live nearby, please close your windows to prevent smoke from entering your property. We will release updates once we're able to.”

This is a developing story and updates will follow as more information becomes available.