14 Dec 2023 | 02:09 AM UTC
UK: Disruptions likely due to a structure fire in Treforest Industrial Estate in Pontypridd, Wales, as of early Dec. 14
Emergency personnel continue to respond to a structure fire in Treforest Industrial Estate in Pontypridd, UK, early Dec. 14. Avoid the area.
Authorities are continuing to respond to a structure fire and explosion that occurred at Mindset Gym on Severn Road in Treforest Industrial Estate in Pontypridd, Wales, as of early Dec. 14. There are no reports of serious injuries, although one person remains unaccounted for. Authorities have advised residents to close all doors and windows while the fire continues to burn. Road closures in the affected area remain in place, and the public is advised to avoid the area. The cause of the fire is not immediately known.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely to continue over the coming hours as authorities complete firefighting operations and investigate the incident.
Pontypridd is approximately 5 km (3 miles) northwest of Cardiff.
Avoid the scene of the blaze until the firefighting operations conclude. Allow additional travel time in the area and consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the incident site and related disruptions. Follow all instructions from security personnel, including evacuation orders. 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.
