A large fire broke out early Wednesday morning at a shipyard owned by BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness, north-west England. This shipyard is where the UK builds nuclear submarines, and the fire caused significant concern in the area.
What Happened?
The fire was reported to the Cumbria police at 12:44 a.m. Thankfully, authorities confirmed that there was no nuclear risk from the incident. Emergency services, including the Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service, quickly arrived on the scene to tackle the blaze.
The Astute-class submarine Artful. Devonshire Dock Hall is an indoor shipbuilding complex © PA
By 8:15 a.m., police provided an update saying that local residents were no longer advised to stay indoors, but they should keep their doors and windows closed to avoid smoke.
Who Was Affected?
Two people were taken to the hospital due to suspected smoke inhalation. One of them was later released, while the other remained in care for further treatment.
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