The incident that occurred this morning alarmed citizens. Saint Blaise in Alicante. At 07.15, flames engulfed the house on the third floor of a building near the Health Center. According to Alicante City Council sources, the most likely cause of the incident was a cigarette that was not extinguished properly at home.
While the fire caused great material damage to the building, the situation was taken under control in less than an hour with the rapid intervention of the fire brigade.
One of the most tense moments of the event took place A dog rescued by firefighters during extinguishing efforts. Likewise, three residents who were alarmed at the first signs of the fire headed to the terrace of the building, where they were protected by the emergency team until the situation was completely under control.
Luckily, the flames did not cause any injuries, but some people were injured in the fire. Material damage to the affected home. Additionally, smoke entered an adjacent home because the owners left the door open, making it easier for gases to spread.