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Dozens of firefighters are battling a major blaze at hospital in Northern Ireland. ‌

Emergency crews were called just after 11am on Sunday, to Whiteabbey Hospital in Newtownabbey, Co Antrim. ‌

There was a huge emergency response with six fire engines, two aerial appliances and a range of specialist vehicles at the scene. ‌

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The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service confirmed that 51 firefighters are currently working to bring the fire under control, reports BelfastLive. Article continues below

Locals have been urged to keep windows and doors shut, while members of the public are being asked to avoid the Doagh Road area to allow crews to carry out their work.

Whiteabbey Hospital, which sits on the edge of Newtownabbey, provides rehabilitatio

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