Fire breaks out on ship carrying 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal
Summary
A fire started early Sunday on the ship Nord Houston at Newport Docks. The fire, involving 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal, has been contained, but fire crews remain on site to prevent it from starting again.Key Facts
- The fire began around 5:40 a.m. at Newport Docks.
- The ship involved is named Nord Houston and was carrying 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal.
- Fire crews from several local stations responded to the blaze.
- The fire has been controlled, but crews will stay until Monday to watch for flare-ups.
- The cause of the fire is currently unknown.
- Officials say there is no danger to the public.
- Multiple agencies, including fire service, port authorities, environmental groups, police, and local council, are working together.
- They are checking for any environmental damage caused by the fire.
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