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Firefighters Battle Inferno in Belfast's Titanic Quarter
25 May
Summary
- A large fire erupted at a metal recycling facility on May 25, 2026.
- Black smoke was visible for miles from the Clearway industrial estate.
- Residents were advised to close windows and doors due to the blaze.
Firefighters are currently engaged in significant firefighting operations to extinguish a large fire at a metal recycling facility in Belfast's Titanic quarter. The inferno broke out at the Clearway industrial estate on the afternoon of May 25, 2026. A towering plume of black smoke was observed rising from the East Twin Road site.
Authorities have warned that the blaze may take considerable time to bring under control. Local residents and passengers on a cruise ship docked nearby were advised to remain inside and keep windows and doors shut as a precaution. Road closures are in effect in the immediate vicinity.
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they are working to extinguish the fire involving a substantial quantity of scrap metal. While operations are ongoing, flights at the nearby Belfast City Airport appear unaffected, with services continuing as normal. The situation is being managed in cooperation with local police and harbor authorities.
