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Fire breaks out on ship carrying 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal

Ben FramptonBBC Wales
News imageSouth Wales Fire and Rescue Service A drone shot of the Nord Houstong in Newport Docks. White smoke is billowing from the centre of the ship, which is docked next to huge piles of scrap metal. Large docks buildings can be seen across the water in the background and fire engines are stationed close to the shipSouth Wales Fire and Rescue Service
The fire broke out on board the Nord Houston in the early hours of Sunday morning

A fire which broke out on a ship carrying 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal has been contained, but crews remain on site.

Fire crews were called to Newport Docks at about 05:40 BST on Sunday after the blaze broke out on the vessel Nord Houston, which was docked there.

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) said there were appliances from several local fire stations on site on Sunday afternoon, with crews set to remain there into Monday to "ensure there is no reignition".

The cause of the fire is unknown and there is no risk to the public, according to officials, and operations are being safely scaled back.

SWFRS added it was working with Associated British Ports, harbour authorities, Natural Resources Wales, the police and Newport council to assess any potential environmental impact.

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