Date: 19th May, 2026
Time: 12.33pm
Description: We were called at 12.33pm today (19 May) to Mannings Heath Road, Poole to reports of a fire affecting a recycling facility. Nine crews are currently in attendance from Poole (x2), Westbourne, Redhill Park, Springbourne, Ferndown, Wimborne and Christchurch (x2) alongside the aerial ladder platform from Westbourne, a command unit from Hamworthy, two support vehicles from Poole and a water carrier from Ringwood (Hampshire & Isle of Wight FRS).
Firefighters are currently using multiple jets to extinguish the fire and stop it from spreading.
3pm update: Crews are making good progress. Two breathing apparatus wearers are currently using four main lines and the aerial ladder platform to extinguish. No casualties have been reported.
The road is currently closed and local residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed due to smoke in the area.
Location: Mannings Heath Road, Poole, UK