Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (Commissioner), David Allen, has praised the quick response and teamwork of local agencies in response to the fire at BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness.
Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS), Cumbria Constabulary, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, Northwest Ambulance Service (NWAS), NHS, Westmorland and Furness Council (WAF) and BAE Systems all responded to a fire in the shipyard in the early morning of Wednesday 30 October.
Speaking on the response, Commissioner David Allen, said: “I really commend all services coming together to tackle the fire at BAE Systems.
“The quick response meant that Cumbria and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Services were able to get the blaze under control and therefore ensuring the safety of those who work in the yard.
“Thank you to all the emergency services that attended the fire and provided the public with safety messages – it can be an incredibly daunting experience and the bravery it takes to put the safety of others first has to be applauded.
“I also want to extend my thanks to the Council and NHS for supporting the local community throughout providing safe places to attend and for reassuring those with health concerns.
“It is absolutely a team effort and without all of you taking action, the outcome could have been much worse – I want you all to know that I appreciate all that you have done with regards to this fire and the wider community.
“I also want to thank the public for following the recommendations of the emergency services.”
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