A dramatic fire erupted on a Saturday at an old pottery factory situated near the University of Alicante, drawing immediate attention from local residents and authorities alike. The blaze illuminated the morning sky, sending a plume of smoke upward that could be seen for several kilometers. Firefighters from multiple units arrived swiftly to assess the situation and begin containment, prioritizing both life safety and the protection of nearby properties.
According to official reports from the Provincial Firefighters Consortium, the incident was first detected around 9:45 a.m. A large column of smoke emerged from the industrial area, where abandoned structures and accumulated debris presented fuel for the flames. The smoke was dense and dark, signaling substantial burning material involved in the blaze and complicating early firefighting efforts.
The flames took hold in a section of the site where plastic waste and heavy rubbish had been left to accumulate, creating a harsh fire load that fed the blaze and produced a heavy, acrid odor. The resulting smoke posed visibility and air quality concerns for drivers and pedestrians in the vicinity, prompting heightened vigilance and precautionary measures.
Drivers and commuters were urged to exercise extreme caution along the A-77a corridor near the University of Alicante in Sant Vicent del Raspeig. Local authorities warned that shifting winds could alter the smoke’s trajectory, potentially affecting traffic flow in the surrounding neighborhoods as far as the city of Alicante. Emergency services advised motorists to seek alternate routes if possible and to slow down in affected stretches to reduce the risk of accidents.
There was an active response from fire units, with eight firefighters deployed from the Provincial Consortium Fire Department, aided by the Alicante City Fire Department. The teams coordinated to establish a perimeter, deploy extinguishing lines, and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures. By approximately 10:20 a.m., members of the Provincial Consortium began to reduce their involvement as the fire’s status evolved; firefighters from the City Council continued to work onsite to ensure complete containment and safe shutdown of all active flames.
road warning
Authorities, including Generalitat emergency services, used social media to communicate real-time updates about the blaze. The 112 emergency network issued notices advising motorists to proceed with caution on the A-77, particularly in the stretch between the University of Alicante and the Tombola neighborhood, because wind shifts could worsen traffic conditions or spread smoke across lanes.
In addition to the operational updates, responders emphasized the importance of staying informed through official channels and keeping windows closed during the incident to minimize smoke infiltration indoors. Local residents were encouraged to monitor official advisories for any changes in evacuation recommendations or shelter-in-place guidance if conditions shifted.
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