Multiple cars exploded in flames outside Harvey’s Bar & Kitchen in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, on Friday night.

The fire reportedly broke out just after 9.45 pm. West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and West Yorkshire Police were at the scene, investigating the incident.

Harvey’s Bar & Kitchen issued a statement on Facebook, saying, “There’s has been a major issue on Penistone road near us. All team and customers are safe and well thank you for your concerns and messages. Emergency services are still present and we are working with them.”

Meanwhile, several photos and videos showing the cars ablaze have gone viral on social media.

Speaking to local media, witnesses described seeing smoke rising from the scene.

“I saw the smoke from my house and heard a big bang,” one witness said, Mirror UK reported.

This is a developing story and will be updated when there is more information