A huge fire broke out in Britain due to concerns about the military industry. The fact that the ship under construction had nuclear power made residents concerned about a nuclear threat, but police assured them that no such thing was happening. The fire most likely started in the main hall, where assembly of the £1.6 billion ship was underway. Emergency services are still working at the scene.
Among other things, a nuclear submarine caught fire at the British BAE Systems factory in Barrow-in-Furness. The fire broke out just after midnight. Cumbria Police said in a statement released after the incident: At 4 a.m., the service reported receiving a report around 12:44 p.m. “The action is still ongoing,” we read.
Fire in England. military factories are burning
The situation caused a huge crisis reaction and concern among residents, as the fire was visible from several kilometers away, according to the Daily Mail. However, this service gives us peace of mind. “There is no nuclear danger. However, people living nearby are advised to stay at home and close their doors and windows,” police said.
According to preliminary information, there were no deaths. All factory workers were evacuated. Two people were taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation. The fire appears to have started at a 6-acre major construction site. Submarines worth £1.6bn were being assembled there.
Footage posted online shows thick smoke billowing from a large factory building. The Michelson Bridge road is closed for safety reasons.
Fire breaks out at BAE Systems nuclear submarine yard in the UK
A fire broke out at BAE Systems' shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, England, on Wednesday night. Two people were hospitalized for suspected smoke inhalation, police said.
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There is no nuclear threat. residents should stay at home
BAE Systems issued a statement. “We are cooperating with emergency services as a fire broke out at our premises in Barrow-in-Furness.”
Cumbria Police reported that the fire is currently being extinguished. “Residents in the area are advised to close their windows and doors and avoid the area.” “Thank you for your cooperation in resolving this issue,” it added.
The shipyard is responsible for building all but three of Britain's nuclear submarines. This factory has been producing machines for over 100 years. Among others: Whether it's aircraft, combat vehicles or technological solutions for the electronics market.
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