Drama at Britain's Nuclear Submarine Shipyard: Fire, Evacuation, and Hospitalizations

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Breaking news:** A fire at BAE Systems’ shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, where British nuclear submarines are built, has resulted in two hospitalizations and an evacuation. **Key points:

  • Two people were taken to the hospital with suspected smoke inhalation.
  • There is 'no nuclear risk,' but residents were advised to stay inside with doors and windows closed.
  • The shipyard is home to Britain’s Astute-class attack submarines and the Dreadnought submarines that will take over Britain’s Trident nuclear deterrent.
  • BAE Systems is working with emergency services to deal with the fire.
  • Everyone else has been evacuated and accounted for.
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