A significant fire has erupted at the former oil refinery site in Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, prompting a large emergency response. The blaze, which began at the Impala Terminal on Monday evening, has sent thick black smoke billowing into the sky, visible from miles around.
Emergency Services Respond
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that multiple fire crews were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of a confined fire at 5:11 PM. The fire involves a disused oil tanker, according to a spokesperson. Police are also in attendance, and the public has been advised to stay away from the area for safety reasons.
Specialist officers remain at the scene as firefighters work to contain the blaze. The cause of the fire is not yet known, and investigations are expected to follow once the situation is under control.
Impala Terminal Background
The Impala Terminal is a storage infrastructure facility described by its operator, Impala, as a leading global storage infrastructure operator that stores, handles, and moves essential resources critical to everyday life. The site was formerly part of an oil refinery complex.
Local residents have reported hearing sirens and seeing a large plume of smoke. Authorities are monitoring air quality and have urged people to keep windows and doors closed as a precaution.
