SMOKE from a fire in Southampton can be seen from a hill in Winchester.

The fire, near St Mary's football stadium, is so large it is visible from St Catherine’s Hill.

Firefighters are at the scene at a warehouse near Marine Parade, Southampton.

A spokesperson for the fire service said: "The fire is affecting industrial units near St Mary’s football stadium.

Hampshire Chronicle: The fire is visible from St Catherine's HillThe fire is visible from St Catherine's Hill (Image: Contributed)

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"There are currently eight fire engines, two aerial ladder platforms and other specialist vehicles in attendance.

"People in the area are advised to keep windows and doors closed due to the amount of smoke.

"Some roads local to the incident are closed and people are advised to avoid the area to allow movements of emergency vehicles."

A Saints match scheduled to be at the stadium today, March 6, has been postponed.