At 4.37pm on Saturday, May 17th, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Morriston, Neath and Pontardawe Fire Stations were called to an incident at Lonlas Avenue in Skewen.
Crews responded to a fire within a single-storey derelict building measuring approximately 50 metres by 15 metres, formerly used as a youth and welfare club. Crews utilised hose reel jets, main jets, breathing apparatus sets, thermal imaging cameras, respirators, small tools, positive pressure ventilation fans, water hydrants and a turntable ladder appliance to extinguish the fire.
It is believed that this fire was started deliberately.
Crews left the scene at 8.43pm.
Reducing Arson
Arson is a serious criminal offence which can potentially cause large-scale damage and even loss of life.
Incidents following arson-related activities can put immense pressure on the resources of Fire and Rescue Services and other emergency services, as well as divert resources from other emergencies, potentially delaying response times for genuine accidents elsewhere. They also pose a real danger to the safety and lives of Firefighters due to their unpredictability.
Preventing and tackling arson is a key priority for Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service. Not only does this involve rapid response to incidents and subsequent fire investigations, but also close collaboration with the Police, Local Authorities, communities and several other partner agencies to identify risks and educate the public.
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