A Major Incident has been declared in Carmarthenshire following a wildfire in the Rhandirmwyn area near Llandovery. Firefighters remain at the scene as part of a coordinated multi-agency response, with crews continuing to work to contain the fire and protect nearby communities.

Since 12:45 pm on Wednesday, August 12, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews have been responding to a wildfire in the Rhandirmwyn area, near Llandovery.

Due to the scale, complexity and potential impact of the wildfire, a Major Incident has now been declared by Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service.

Due to the scale, complexity and potential impact of the wildfire, a Major Incident has now been declared by Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Due to the scale, complexity and potential impact of the wildfire, a Major Incident has now been declared by Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service. (Llandovery Fire & Rescue Station)

A multi-agency Tactical Coordination Group (TCG) has also been established to coordinate the response, support affected communities and ensure a joined-up approach between emergency services and partner organisations.

The fire is affecting approximately 250 hectares of land.

Firefighters have been working throughout the incident to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading further. Crews remain at the scene carrying out firefighting operations, while continuing to monitor and control affected areas.

As a precaution, a number of residential properties have been evacuated due to the fire's close proximity.

Llandovery Fire & Rescue Station
Firefighters at the scene (Llandovery Fire & Rescue Station)

Carmarthenshire County Council has set up a rest centre at Llandovery Leisure Centre for residents in response to the controlled evacuation of a number of properties.

Public Safety Advice

Members of the public are asked to avoid the affected area to enable emergency services to operate safely and effectively.

If smoke is affecting your area, please stay indoors where possible and keep windows and doors closed. Once the smoke has cleared and it is safe to do so, open windows and doors to ventilate your property.

Drivers should take extra care when travelling in the area, as smoke may affect visibility.

Members of the public are also reminded not to fly drones near the incident, as they can interfere with firefighting operations and pose a risk to emergency responders.

Those with respiratory conditions, including asthma or COPD, should ensure they have access to any medication they may require and seek medical advice if symptoms worsen.

If you see flames, or believe life or property is at immediate risk, call 999 immediately.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service would like to thank local residents, partner agencies and the wider community for their continued patience, support and cooperation while crews respond to the incident.