Flats Blaze Rips Through Lion Lane in Dead of Night

A fierce fire tore through a three-storey block of flats on Lion Lane shortly after midnight this Sunday.

Building Destroyed but No Injuries

The entire building was gutted, but thankfully, only one person was inside and was led to safety with no injuries, confirmed Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service.

Suspect Held as Police Investigate

Dyfed-Powys Police revealed a man is in custody, with investigations ongoing into the cause of the blaze.

Massive Emergency Response Shuts Down Town Centre

  • Six fire engines and 30 firefighters battled the inferno
  • Two water bowsers deployed to control the flames
  • A483 road through town centre was closed until fire was extinguished

The dramatic scene unfolded in the early hours, with emergency services working swiftly to prevent further tragedy.

Source: BBC News, First Published 3 October 2021, 19:38 BST.

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