Around midnight, a fire broke out at the Alicante port where a yacht was docked in the Sports Marina area of the city. The incident involved a dozen firefighters from the Prevention, Fire Fighting and Rescue Service, known as SPEIS, alongside the Alicante City Council’s Safety Department. According to information provided by local authorities, the emergency response was coordinated at the marina facilities within the port of Alicante, and police teams from the local force also joined the response effort to secure the area and assist with traffic management as needed. (Source: Alicante Security Department)
The blaze caused no reported injuries. However, the yacht sustained significant scorching on one side, leading SPEIS to close off access to the immediate area once the flames were under control. The decision to restrict entry was taken after the fire had been extinguished to ensure safety and to allow technicians to confirm the scene was secure. (Source: Alicante Security Department)
Officials confirmed that the alarm was raised around midnight, triggering a rapid deployment of two Fire Brigade teams to the Marina Deportiva port facilities. Local police were also on hand, assisting with site security and coordination with marina staff to facilitate a smooth emergency procedure and to minimize disruption to other harbor activities. (Source: Alicante Security Department)
Extinction
On arrival, the firefighting crews verified that no one was aboard the yacht. To combat the fire, they established multiple waterlines and proceeded to apply foam in conjunction with water to suppress the flames efficiently. The extinguishing operation extended for more than an hour as crews methodically tackled the fire and cooled hot spots to prevent rekindling. (Source: Alicante Security Department)
Initial assessments indicate the blaze originated from the stern of the vessel and are currently under investigation. After a thorough inspection of the interior, technicians will examine potential sources of ignition and rule out other hazards. The investigation is being conducted in coordination with the SPEIS team and harbor authorities, with findings to inform safety measures for future marina operations. (Source: Alicante Security Department)