LIVE updates: Fire at former Farringdon police station - residents warned to keep windows closed as firefighters tackle blaze
Sunderland residents are being urged to keep their windows closed as four fire engines tackle a blaze in the city.
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service have confirmed that crews are currently dealing with a fire on Primate Road, said to be at the former Farringdon police station.
Four engines and an aerial ladder platform are at the scene.
Residents in the area are being urged to keep windows closed to protect against smoke.
Our reporter Kevin Clark is at the scene. Scroll down and refresh the page for updates.