New drone footage has revealed the extensive damage caused by a fire at the former Gorseinon Junior School in Swansea. The fire incident occurred on Friday afternoon, September 20, prompting the response of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews to the derelict building in Gorseinon. The fire service reported that the building was “well alight” and “fully involved in fire”. Multiple crews, including those from Gorseinon, Pontarddulais, Morriston, Swansea Central, Port Talbot, and Pontardawe fire stations, were dispatched to the scene on Pontardulais Road at 3.04pm.
Firefighters used hose reel jets and breathing apparatus to combat the blaze, with residents and businesses in the vicinity advised to adhere to safety protocols. Measures included staying indoors, closing windows and doors, and turning off air conditioning or ventilation units. By 8.03pm on Friday evening, a stop message was issued, and the fire incident was officially closed without the need for further investigation.
A spokesperson for Swansea Council confirmed that the fire took place on the grounds of the former junior school, owned by the council but unused for several years. The community was informed to stay updated on the latest Swansea news through the WalesOnline newsletter. Drone footage captured the aftermath of the fire, depicting the charred remains of the building.
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