A 56-year-old man suffered smoke inhalation after a fire broke out in a residence in Alicante around mid-afternoon. Security Department reports place the incident at approximately two-thirty in the afternoon, detailing the event as a kitchen fire that escalated enough to require emergency response. The man was found in need of medical attention due to smoke exposure and was transported for urgent care. Firefighters coordinated a rapid assessment of the scene to prevent further harm and to ensure the safety of nearby residents.
Another fire incident occurred in Bursa, where a kitchen blaze erupted inside a home located on José García Sellés street, near the Gran Via shopping center. The fire was detected in a residential unit on the eighth floor, prompting an immediate response from local fire services and police units. The situation demanded a coordinated effort from several teams to manage the flames and secure the area for any occupants who might still be inside or at risk.
Responders arrived with a sizable contingent, including twelve personnel from the Prevention, Fire Fighting and Rescue Service (SPEIS), supported by three patrols from the local Alicante Police and one unit from the National Police. Their presence underscored the seriousness of the incident and the need for a structured incident command to coordinate extinguishment efforts, scene safety, and medical referrals for affected residents.
The property was not evacuated on this occasion, yet the 56-year-old man who inhaled smoke required medical evaluation and treatment. Paramedical teams provided initial stabilization and arranged transfer to a health facility for ongoing care and monitoring related to smoke inhalation, as is standard protocol in such scenarios.
Firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control in a timely fashion. In addition to smoke-related injuries, the fire caused property damage to the residence, highlighting the potential for extensive structural and content loss even when the flames are quickly contained. The incident prompted a review of safety measures within the dwelling and raised awareness about the importance of immediate evacuation plans and the availability of working smoke detectors to mitigate harm in similar emergencies.