Firefighters battle huge flames in Port of Wilmington fire

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Thursday, December 27, 2018
Flames threaten propane tanks at Port of Wilmington

WILMINGTON (WPVI) -- Fire crews battled massive flames during a fire at the Port of Wilmington.

The fire broke out just after 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at the port on 1 Hausel Road.

Officials say flames ignited on forklifts and were threatening nearby propane tanks.

Chopper 6 over the scene showed firefighters getting the fire under control around 5:15 p.m.

Chopper 6 Video: Firefighters battle massive flames at Port of Wilmington on December 26, 2018.

No injuries were reported.

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