01 May 2023 | 02:05 AM UTC
UK: Explosion and fire at Southwold Harbour as of early May 1
Explosion and fire at Southwold Harbour, UK, as of early May 1. Heightened security, localized business and transport disruptions likely.
Event
Reports indicate an explosion and fire at Southwold Harbour as of early May 1. The cause of the incident is not immediately clear. There have been no initial reports of casualties.
Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as emergency crews respond to the incident. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the blaze as investigations and clean-up operations continue.
Southwold Harbour is around 43 km (27 miles) southeast of Norwich.
Advice
Exercise caution if operating in the affected area. Plan for localized transport disruptions. Heed instructions of the authorities. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness, such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.
