Large fire breaks out at Gaza Barracks in Catterick Garrison

Firefighters are tackling the large blaze at Gaza Barracks in Catterick Garrison this evening, with multiple appliances at the scene.

Crews from across North Yorkshire are being supported by firefighters from County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service as the emergency response continues.

The blaze is understood to be in an accommodation block at the barracks, off Hipswell Road, Catterick Garrison.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has warned that the incident is expected to continue throughout the night.

A spokesperson for the service said: “North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service have multiple appliances in attendance an accommodation block fire.

“An appliance from County Durham and Darlington, along with their aerial ladder platform, are also in attendance.

“This incident is expected to be ongoing throughout the night.”

The scale of the blaze has attracted attention across the surrounding area, with videos and photographs posted online showing onlookers watching the fire unfold.

Residents in nearby Richmond have also reported being able to see the fire from the town.

Hipswell and Colburn councillor Kevin Foster said he was monitoring the situation as emergency crews continued to deal with the incident.

He said: “At this stage, details are limited, and I am awaiting further information.

“My immediate concern is for the safety and wellbeing of everyone at the camp, including our military personnel, their families and the emergency services responding to the incident.

“I would like to thank our emergency services for their response and hope that everyone involved is safe.

“As North Yorkshire Council’s Armed Forces Champion, I will continue to monitor the situation and offer any support I can to our Armed Forces community.

“My thoughts are with everyone affected, and I hope to hear positive news as further details emerge.”

Further details about the circumstances surrounding the fire have yet to be confirmed.