The 59-year-old woman required immediate help from health services after she inhaled smoke from a house fire in Alicante. Emergency responders reported the incident to the Emergency Information and Coordination Center, also known as CICU, which coordinates urgent responses across the region.
At approximately two o’clock in the afternoon, authorities received a report describing a blaze on Sierra Pandols Avenue in Alicante. Local fire crews swiftly responded to the scene to assess the situation, gain control of the fire, and ensure the safety of residents in the surrounding homes. The quick notification and rapid deployment helped limit the damage and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures.
On arrival, a Basic Life Support ambulance crew attended to the 59-year-old woman who was experiencing smoke intoxication. The patient was stabilized at the scene and then transferred promptly to Alicante General University Hospital for further evaluation and care. The medical transport followed established protocols to monitor respiratory status and provide any needed oxygen therapy while en route to the hospital.
According to reports from the service’s emergency units, three fire departments were mobilized to combat the blaze. The teams worked together to extinguish the fire, which investigators described as having originated in the kitchen hood area. In addition to the occupants, another person was present in the home at the time the fire began. Firefighters implemented venting and cooling measures, prioritized search and rescue where needed, and sought to prevent the fire from spreading beyond the kitchen area. The incident underscores the importance of early detection, rapid response, and proper fire-safety practices in residential settings. The coordinated effort by the fire departments not only stopped the flames but also protected neighboring homes and reduced potential injuries that can arise from smoke and heat exposure. The authorities continue to investigate the exact cause of the kitchen hood fire and review safety protocols to help prevent similar incidents in the future [Citation: CICU emergency services report].