Police and firefighters are on the scene and people have been evacuated. Bristol Live reports that smoke from the fire can be seen from locations across the city. Our photographer at the spot reported that the showroom at Millennium Square is now closed – although children continued to play in it until 2.40pm. Avon and Somerset police also closed Anchor Road to restrict access to the site. READ MORE: M5 traffic is lively as the Easter holidays begin across the Southwest Meanwhile, We The Curious gave the public an update on Twitter. In a post, the science center and the charity said: “Our space was evacuated after a fire alarm was triggered by a fire on our roof. “Avon Fire and Rescue Service and police are currently on site, all staff and visitors have been registered. More updates are available as soon as we have them.” Shortly after 2:30 p.m., a fire alarm was heard in Millennium Square and dramatic photos show smoke falling into the sky behind the amusement park wheel. The flames were visible on the roof of the science center. Firefighters were seen entering the building from behind, during which staff and police led the crowd to the Pero bridge. Fire crews were then spotted facing the fire from above, using cranes. This is a live blog and updates will appear below. Scroll down to read information as it is added to the blog.
