In Alcoy, a fire erupted at an abandoned industrial site on a Saturday evening, prompting the Alicante Fire Department Provincial Consortium to mobilize a rapid response. The incident was reported just before 6 p.m., with early warnings indicating a blaze in the exterior of the disused facility along Antic Camí de Penella. Fire crews arrived to find a sizeable fire risk around the perimeter, driven by a substantial buildup of debris, waste, and various materials that fed the flames. Swift action by the responders minimized the chance of the fire spreading to nearby vegetation and other structures, helping to prevent a much larger environmental impact. By 19:31, fire suppression operations were concluded, and the scene was stabilized with no record of fire penetration into the factory interior.
The operation involved a coordinated team from Cocentaina Park, including a sergeant, a corporal, and four firefighters, who worked alongside a command unit from the headquarters and a heavy urban pump unit. The personnel focused on protecting the surrounding area and ensuring that embers did not ignite nearby brush or machinery, while assessing the interior access to confirm whether there was any hidden fire inside the structure. The absence of interior involvement was reported after a thorough interior assessment, and authorities continued to monitor the site for potential rekindling. The incident underlines the importance of rapid containment, effective communication, and the deployment of appropriate resources to manage a high-risk scene with limited access and a dense, combustible environment.
Residents and businesses in the vicinity were advised to remain cautious as crews maintained a watchful stance around the perimeter. The quick reaction by the firefighting units prevented the flames from escalating into a broader crisis, preserving nearby ecosystems and reducing the risk to property and public safety. While the exact causes of the fire were still under investigation, the coordinated efforts of the local teams demonstrated a disciplined approach to incident management, highlighting how trained responders can neutralize a potentially dangerous situation through decisive action and teamwork.