Firefighters have brought the warehouse fire in Tarnów under control, with no reported casualties so far.
Update at 15:15: Firefighters Control Fire at Tarnów Warehouse
The State Fire Service confirmed that the warehouse fire in Tarnów has been subdued. “Extinguishing operations are ongoing. There are no reports of injured individuals. Over 130 firefighters and 46 fire vehicles are involved in the efforts,” they stated.
Fire at Tarnów Warehouse
“Fortunately, there are no injured people, and that is the most important information,” said Lieutenant Hubert Ciepły from the Kraków State Fire Service Command in an interview with TVP Info before 14:00. He emphasized that more than 100 firefighters are fighting the blaze, which has not yet been fully extinguished. “Firefighters are constantly trying to put out the fire, which is still not localized. Extinguishing efforts are also underway to protect neighboring warehouses at risk of fire. The operation remains dynamic and will certainly last a long time,” he added. According to the National Fire Service Command, the fire alert was received around 12:28, and over 40 fire vehicles were dispatched to the scene.
Tarnów: Authorities Urge Residents to Stay Indoors and Close Windows
Lieutenant Hubert Ciepły urged residents of Tarnów and surrounding areas to remain in their homes and shut windows until the fire department concludes its operations. “Listen carefully to the updates from the authorities, which will be issued continuously,” he said. At this stage, the cause of the fire remains unknown.
Avoid This Part of the City
“Firefighting operations are ongoing in the southern part of Tarnów, where a zinc warehouse is burning,” said Tarnów Mayor Jakub Kwaśny in social media posts. “I was on site and remain in contact with the services. At this moment, the fire poses a threat to nearby buildings. There is congestion in the area—avoid this part of the city if possible and remain cautious,” he warned.
Source: Gazeta, TVP Info, Jakub Kwaśny on Facebook, National Fire Service Command
