A large fire has broken out at Burgess Transportation Services in Petitcodiac.

Fire crews were called to the business located on Smith Street on Tuesday evening.

Photos on social media showed black smoke and large flames coming from the roof of the building.

Some residents living near the business also reported hearing a number of explosions.

Firefighters from several neighbouring departments are reportedly on the scene.

It is unclear at this time whether anyone was hurt in the fire.

According to its website, Brunswick Transportation employs 60 people.