Large fire at Hoytes Village metal dump under control, says fire official

September 3, 2026

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Fire officers say they have a large fire under control at the metal dump at Hoytes Village in St James.

The Barbados Fire Service was called to the incident at about one o’clock this afternoon.

Acting Deputy Chief Fire Officer Marlon Small says three appliances were sent to the scene.

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