Derelict building ablaze

Derelict building ablaze as new flats are planned

A derelict building in a Welsh town was left ablaze last night after a fire broke out on the top floor.

The fire in the building in Porthmadog, Gwynedd, is believed to have started at around 10pm yesterday evening.

Four fire crews were called to the scene and took over an hour to bring the fire under control.

The building has been vacant for many years and has been the subject of controversy in the past due to its state of disrepair.

However, plans have been put forward to redevelop the site and build new flats, despite opposition from some local residents.

It is not yet clear what caused the fire, but it is believed to have started on the top floor of the building.

"The fire was a significant challenge for us, but we were able to bring it under control and prevent it from spreading to other parts of the building."

— Station Manager for North Wales Fire and Rescue Service

The fire is believed to have been accidental, but an investigation is ongoing to determine the exact cause.

The redevelopment plans for the site have been met with both support and opposition from local residents, with some expressing concerns about the potential impact on the area.

However, others have welcomed the plans as a much-needed improvement to the area and a potential boost to the local economy.

It is not yet clear what the outcome will be, but the fire has highlighted the need for urgent action to be taken to bring the building back into use.

As one local resident noted, "It's a shame that it's taken a fire to bring attention to this issue, but hopefully it will prompt the authorities to take action and get the building redeveloped as soon as possible."

Author's summary: A derelict building in Porthmadog, Wales, was left ablaze after a fire broke out on the top floor, highlighting the need for urgent action to bring the building back into use.

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