Thick clouds of smoke can been seen across the city – and Echo readers have been sending us their pictures.
1. Fire clearly visible
This picture shows the height of the flames. Pic: Courtney Oxley Photo: Courtney Oxley
2. Smoke on the water
The smoke column climbs over the Wear Photo: Anna Sheils
3. Stadium scene
Smoke rises above the Stadium of Light. Pic: Kev Wilson Photo: Kev Wilson
4. A closer look
Flames are clearly visible in this shot. Pic: Courtney Oxley Photo: Courtney Oxley