🚨🔥 Major Fire Rages Through Bridgend Industrial Estate 🔥🚨
A significant fire broke out at the Paper Mills industrial site in Maesteg on Monday evening, sparking a massive emergency response. With flames spreading across a unit roughly the size of two football fields, firefighting teams from across South Wales have been battling tirelessly to control the inferno. 🚒🚁
Deputy Chief Fire Officer Adam Openshaw praised the heroic efforts of the crews who worked through the night to contain the blaze. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, and everyone in the building was safely evacuated. 🙌
The fire service has deployed drone technology to improve situational awareness and aid in tactical decisions. This advanced tech supports not just firefighter safety but also enhances operational effectiveness. 👩🚒🚀
Crews from Maesteg, Bridgend, Kenfig Hill, Cardiff Central, Ely, and Caerphilly are still on the scene, with 11 fire engines, three aerial ladder platforms, and multiple tactical officers working hard. The incident remains ongoing, and authorities are urging the public to steer clear of the area to allow emergency services to operate safely and effectively. 🚫
We’ll keep you posted with any updates as they come in. For now, our thoughts remain with those working at the scene and everyone affected by this extraordinary event. Stay safe, everyone! 🙏
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