An impressive blaze tore through a rustic property on Germanías Street in Lagosol, located in Los Balcones de Torrevieja, affecting a yard used as a scrap storage area where 25 vehicles were kept. The incident triggered a large response from local emergency services and drew immediate attention from nearby residents who witnessed the dramatic scene from several vantage points around the city.
The initial alert reached the Provincial Fire Consortium at 15:20 in the afternoon. A thick plume of black smoke rose high into the sky, alerting neighbors across the southern district of Torrevieja, near the lagoon. The smoke was visible from multiple neighborhoods, and an unmistakable odour of charred material filled the air as the fire advanced.
Finca rústica
The fire originated in vegetation adjacent to the parcel, in a rural, undeveloped area between Los Balcones and the lagoon. It spread into the fenced yard, where a large number of vehicles were parked, creating a dangerous situation for responders. Fire crews encountered extensive flames and heavy smoke as they worked to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading further.
According to official briefings, rapid and effective intervention helped avert more serious consequences. The presence of numerous vehicles within the enclosure complicated firefighting efforts, but crews managed to suppress the flames before they could threaten nearby structures or the property’s buildings.
Parque de Torrevieja
All available personnel from the Torrevieja Fire Station were dispatched to manage the incident. The response included a sergeant, a corporal, and six firefighters, supported by routine patrols from the Local Police and the Guardia Civil. Their coordinated actions focused on isolating the fire, protecting exposed areas, and maintaining public safety as the situation evolved.
The operation required careful assessment of wind direction, terrain, and the distribution of the parked vehicles to avoid flare-ups and ensure safe access for firefighters. As the flames diminished, teams conducted a thorough perimeter check to rule out any hotspots and prevent a renewed outbreak as evening settled over the area.
In addition to extinguishing the blazes, authorities monitored air quality and provided updates to residents and road users about the evolving scene. The incident underscored the importance of keeping industrial and vehicle storage areas separated from vegetation and residential spaces, especially in rural zones where access can be challenging yet crucial during emergencies.