A large fire broke out shortly before midnight at two vegetable warehouses near Warsaw, requiring the response of 250 firefighters.
Fire Under Control, Demolition Underway
The fire, which erupted several minutes before midnight, is now under control, according to the fire department. Demolition and debris removal are currently in progress.
The fire consumed warehouses and a social building.
Significant Damage to Structures
Approximately 23,000 square meters of buildings were destroyed, including two warehouses and a social-office building. The fire initially started in one location and quickly spread throughout the facility.
The presence of large amounts of flammable materials, including vegetables and dried vegetables, contributed to the rapid development of the fire.
Evacuations and No Reported Injuries
Employees present at the facility during the fire successfully evacuated themselves. Additionally, 19 people were evacuated from a hostel located near the facility.
No injuries were reported among those evacuated.
Firefighter Injured During Response
Over 50 fire crews, totaling approximately 250 firefighters from Warsaw and surrounding counties (Warsaw West, Sochaczew, Żyrardów, Grodzisk, Pruszków), responded to the scene.
One firefighter sustained a leg injury during the operation and was transported to a hospital.
Air Quality Monitored, Long Duration Expected
The fire department anticipates the operation will continue for several hours. A chemical rescue team from Warsaw has been monitoring air quality since the beginning of the operation.
Measurements have not detected any toxins posing a threat to local residents.
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