Breaking News: Incident at Port of Tyne, South Shields
Emergency services responded to an incident at the Port of Tyne in South Shields today at 1:02 PM. A person was injured, prompting a call to the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS).
NEAS dispatched three double-crewed ambulances, two clinical team leaders, a duty officer, and three vehicles from the Hazardous Area Response Team (HART). The Great North Air Ambulance Service also provided support. A HART vehicle remains at the scene to assist the fire service.
Witnesses reported significant damage at the site. A local drone operator noted the wreckage of a dockside crane, indicating a serious incident. Cargo containers on the vessel BG Orange were found dislodged from their original positions.
The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service confirmed their attendance at the scene. Further details about the injured person and the cause of the incident have not yet been released.
Emergency services are continuing their work at the location. More updates will follow as information becomes available.
