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Four Boats Damaged in Stalham Marina Fire; Two People Hospitalised

A likely gas ignition is under investigation with booms deployed to protect the River Ant from pollution.

Overview

  • The fire broke out early on Friday at Broads Edge Marina on the River Ant and was extinguished after a multi-unit emergency response.
  • Two people from the same boat were treated for minor burns and taken to hospital while three of the other affected vessels were unoccupied.
  • Fire crews, two fire-investigation units and an air ambulance attended the scene and crews confirmed four boats were alight.
  • Investigators are treating a probable gas-related ignition that spread between moored boats and are assessing the full cause and damage.
  • The Broads Authority has reopened the river but booms remain around the charred vessels to contain debris and reduce pollution risk.