Firefighters brought a large blaze under control after an industrial warehouse in Elche caught fire late last night. The incident occurred about 100 meters from the railway lines and near a busy shopping complex, creating thick smoke and intense flames that engulfed many items inside the building. Emergency responders quickly coordinated with the local energy provider to cut power to the site, ensuring safer operations for the crews and reducing the risk of further ignition. The Local Police arrived on scene to secure the area and manage traffic around the affected block.
The operation stretched over several phases, with the first call received at 20:13 and crews remaining on site until 06:57 the next morning. The fire was deemed under control at 23:54, but ongoing cooling and debris removal continued after that milestone to prevent reignition. Firefighters worked methodically to contain the flames before they could spread to adjacent structures, prioritizing the safety of nearby residents and workers in the vicinity.
An image captured at the scene showed a warehouse reduced to char and smoke rolling over the surrounding area. The site was secured, and debris was carefully checked for hot spots to avoid any reflare. No injuries were reported, and there were no casualties among workers or bystanders, though several people had been inside the warehouse at the time the fire started and were evacuated without incident.
The response involved a sizable team, with seventeen firefighters from the Elche, Crevillente, and San Vicente stations collaborating to manage the blaze. Their coordinated effort focused on aggressive interior attacks where possible, while external teams protected exposures and kept the roadway clear for additional equipment arriving from neighboring units. Special attention was given to air quality and ventilation around the facility to reduce smoke inhalation risks for nearby residents and passing pedestrians.
Investigators will review the scene in the coming hours to determine the fire’s origin and cause, along with a report on the types of materials stored in the warehouse and any potential hazards that may have contributed to the intensity of the flames. In the meantime, local authorities reminded the public to stay clear of the area until officials release the all-clear and advised nearby businesses and residents to monitor official updates for developments and safety guidance.
While the incident disrupted a portion of the shopping district and surrounding streets, the rapid response of the fire crews and the preparation of neighboring stations helped prevent a broader disaster. The warehouse’s structural integrity was evaluated, and temporary precautions were put in place to ensure that no further danger would arise from shifting structural components or hidden embers.