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A fire broke out aboard the bulk carrier Federal Welland, which was carrying scrap metal and moored at Queen Alexandra Dock in Cardiff, United Kingdom. The crew of the vessel are reported to be safe, and the fire is reported not to pose an immediate threat to the public.
Vessel FEDERAL WELLAND, image credit: S.Seelemann
The incident occurred on 25 August while the vessel was docked. The fire ignited the approximately 20,000-tonne scrap metal cargo on board. It produced huge plumes of smoke that affected areas including Cardiff Bay and Penarth, and triggered a major response from the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Responders are using boats, drones and firefighting tugs to combat the blaze. The tug VB Yorkshireman has been reported to be using its water cannon against the fire.
Public Health Wales has advised residents and businesses in the affected areas to keep windows and doors closed until the fire is extinguished and the smoke clears. Authorities have also asked the public not to fly drones above the site, as this can interfere with firefighting and aerial operations.
The Federal Welland is a Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier built in 2000. The vessel has a length of 200 metres, a beam of 23.5 metres and a gross tonnage of 20,659.
