Incident: Hay Lorry Fire

Crews responded to an articulated lorry carrying approximately 44 tonnes of hay that was well alight.

Crews utilised two hose reel jets, one 45mm jet, one turntable ladder used as a water tower, one highways telehandler and one water bowser.  The hay and the lorry’s trailer were completely destroyed by fire.

The final crews left the scene at 12.39am on Tuesday, July 30^th.

During the recovery of the vehicle in the early hours of Monday, July 30^th, it was discovered a large quantity of hay had reignited.  The crew from Pontarddulais Fire Station was called at 2.16am who proceeded to extinguish the fire as machines were loading the bales into lorries. 

Crew members utilised two hose reel jets, one short-extension ladder and lighting.  The crew left the scene at 5.30am.

Could you become an On-Call Firefighter?

On-Call Firefighters are an essential part of our Service and your community.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is currently recruiting On-Call Firefighters at all our On-Call Fire Stations.

The role of an On-Call Firefighter provides many opportunities for personal and professional development, through training, teamwork, leadership and problem solving.  On-Call Firefighters receive payment for their services, including retainer fees and call-out payments, supplementing their income from other employment.