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Drone footage shows true devastation of Gorseinon fire

New footage this afternoon has shown the after effects of a blaze that destroyed the derelict building once known as Gorseinon Junior School.

Kit Peters
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The dramatic pictures show the remains of a school that once held memories for many local residents.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service had reported that several crews had been sent to tackle the blaze on Pontardulais Road in Gorseinon, Swansea with a stop message later received at 8.03pm on Friday evening.

Crews were using hose reel jets and breathing apparatus to fight the fire. People and businesses in the area were warned to follow some regulations while the incident was ongoing.

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They added that there was no further investigation and the incident was closed.

Residents and businesses affected by smoke had been advised to stay indoors, close windows and doors, and turn off any air conditioning or ventilation units with precautions advised to anyone traveling through the area.

[Lead image: Liam Matthews Photography]

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Kit Peters

Kit Peters is a journalist and the editor of Swansea Bay News, covering Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Carmarthenshire since 2020.


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