Overview
- The blaze started in an accommodation block at Gaza Barracks and produced large plumes of smoke that were visible for miles.
- Fire crews from across North Yorkshire were supported by County Durham and Darlington resources, including an aerial ladder platform, to tackle the fire.
- The fire was brought under control and the last firefighting units left the scene at 2:43am after an overnight response.
- One person was treated for smoke inhalation and taken to hospital, and on-site personnel remained to keep a watching brief before the investigation.
- Catterick Garrison is one of the UK’s largest Army bases so investigators will assess damage, possible displacement of service families, and short-term welfare and housing needs.