smoke formation
Firefighters from Almoradi and Orihuela acted quickly to control a blaze that broke out in a residential property on New Year’s Day in the town of Formentera del Segura, according to provincial authorities. The alert reached emergency services at 21:22, signaling a house fire in the neighborhood. Formentera del Segura sits on the northern side of the urban area, in a broad orchard landscape known locally as Acequia Nueva street, where the incident unfolded.
origin and spread
Investigators and responding crews reported that the fire appeared to begin at a chimney. As flames and thick smoke built up inside the dwelling, the flames spread quickly, causing extensive damage to the interior and leaving the home badly affected. At the time of the arrival of paramedics, there was no occupant present in the house.
The interior view of the damaged home underscored the severity of the incident, with significant smoke damage visible through the charred walls and windows. The event prompted an immediate deployment of frontline teams and support units to safeguard surrounding structures and prevent further spread.
two hours and a half
A total of twelve firefighters were dispatched to the scene, including a sergeant, three firefighters and two corporals. They received additional support from regional police units in Formentera del Segura to secure the area and manage traffic around the site. In total, the operation required coordinated action across multiple squads to contain the fire and protect nearby properties.
As the clock moved past midnight, crews continued to work diligently to bring the fire under control. The incident took several hours to fully address, with media presence tapering as the situation moved toward stabilization. By late evening, efforts were focused on ensuring hotspots were extinguished and that the site remained safe for investigators and residents alike, with no injuries reported at the scene.