A building has partially collapsed during high winds from Storm Isha.
Emergency services were called to Welch Way in Witney last night (January 21) after a building partially collapsed.
The area has been cordoned off to prevent injury from any further collapse and for structural investigations to take place.
No one was injured in the incident.
An Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue spokesperson said: "Our firefighters have been working throughout the night dealing with the effects of Storm Isha.
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"In Witney, crews from Witney fire station, Thames Valley Police and South Central Ambulance Service have been dealing with a partial building collapse on Welch Way.
"Luckily no one was hurt. The area has been cordoned to prevent injury should there be further collapse.
"This is likely to extend well into the morning to allow structural investigations to take place.
"Please avoid Welch Way for the time being. Thank you for your patience."
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