Blaze on Gosport Houseboat Sparks Fire Crew and Coastguard Rescue
Houseboat Fire Breaks Out in Gosport
Firefighters and the Hillhead Coastguard Team rushed to a houseboat fire in Gosport on Monday evening, 24th July 2017. The blaze erupted at The Maritime Workshop on Ferrol Road, triggering a swift emergency response from Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS).
All Safe, No Pollution
Thankfully, the man on board, aged 50, and his two dogs were safely off the boat when crews arrived. Firefighters quickly tackled the flames using breathing apparatus and a hose reel. The rescue teams confirmed all individuals were accounted for and found no signs of pollution in the water.
Man Treated for Smoke Inhalation
The man received immediate treatment for smoke inhalation from HFRS crews at the scene before being assessed by South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS). Once the fire was extinguished, all units were stood down.
