Smoke warning for Penarth from Cardiff Docks ship fire

The blaze, which started on the Federal Welland, a vessel carrying 20,000 tonnes of scrap metal, prompted a large-scale emergency response at Queen Alexandra Docks.

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) confirmed that all crew members have been safely accounted for and there is currently no risk to the public.

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A spokesman for SWFRS said: “South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is currently dealing with a fire on board a ship at Queen Alexandra Docks in Cardiff.

“Crews, appliances and specialist resources, including rescue tenders, an aerial hydraulic platform, a boat, firefighting tug and a drone, are all being used to deal with the fire, which involves a large vessel carrying approximately 20,000 tonnes of scrap metal.

“All members of the ship’s crew have been accounted for and are safe.”

The fire has generated significant plumes of smoke, with areas including Cardiff Bay, the city centre, and Penarth potentially affected.

Public Health Wales has advised residents and businesses in affected areas to keep windows and doors closed until the smoke has cleared.

A major fire has broken out on a vessel at Cardiff Docks carrying 20,000 tonnes of scrap metal (Image: Supplied)

Once it is safe to do so, they recommend opening windows and doors to ventilate properties.

Anyone feeling unwell is advised to seek medical advice from NHS 111 or their GP, and to call 999 in an emergency.

SWFRS has also urged the public not to fly drones over the incident, as this could interfere with emergency operations and endanger responders.

Associated British Ports (ABP), which owns and operates the Port of Cardiff, said it is supporting the emergency response.

A spokesman for ABP said: “Associated British Ports, the owners and operators of the Port of Cardiff, is continuing to support the emergency response to a fire involving scrap metal in the hold of the vessel at the port.

“We are working closely with South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and other partner agencies as they manage the incident.

“We encourage people to follow the advice of the emergency services and avoid the area while operations remain ongoing.”