Huge Fire at Scrap Metal Recycling Plant Brought Under Control

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): A huge blaze has reportedly caused serious damages to the Clearway Disposal scrap metal recycling firm site at East Twin Road in the Harbour Industrial Estate, Belfast. The latest reports indicate that the blaze has now been brought under control.

The fire, which broke out at the waste ground of the facility, was reported to emergency services shortly after 1 PM. The growing fire was attended to by six standard fire engines and five specialist fire appliances, overseen by around 50 firefighters. The heat generated by the scrap metal spread the fire, which made the task even more difficult for firefighters.

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The timely intervention by the police and Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service prevented casualties. The operation was assisted by partner agencies including the Belfast Harbour Commission. No casualties were reported, while the damage to the facility is yet to be assessed. The cause of the fire is still unknown. An investigation will be launched to find the real cause.

The substantial fire caused huge plumes of smoke in the area. The public were asked to stay away from the scene and motorists advised to avoid the Belfast Harbour Estate area. The nearby residents have been asked to keep their windows closed.