UPDATED: Fire on board ship at Portland Port
16 emergency service vehicles called to the scene
Last updated 10th May 2021
There's been a fire on board a ship at Portland Port.
It's thought to be a Royal Navy vessel.
The fire broke out around 7.30 this morning. (Monday 10 May)
Around 16 emergency service vehicles were called to the scene.
A spokesperson for Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said:
"Crews have attended from Portland, two from Weymouth, Dorchester and Bridport, together with the aerial ladder platform from Weymouth and a support unit from Dorchester.
"We remain on scene; however, the fire has been dealt with by Royal Navy personnel and is now confirmed as out."
A spokesperson for Dorset Police told Greatest Hits Radio Dorset:
"Four people are being treated for smoke inhalation.
"There are no reports of any serious injuries."