Massive Fire Destroys Chinese Goods Warehouse in Santarém: What You Need to Know
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Massive Fire Destroys Chinese Goods Warehouse in Santarém: What You Need to Know

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  • Massive fire destroys a warehouse in Santarém housing Chinese products

  • Fire reported at 01:22, under control by 07:00

  • No casualties reported, operations focused on hot spots

  • 52 firefighters and 20 vehicles deployed to manage the situation

  • Fire contained, preventing spread to nearby buildings

Fire Under Control

A devastating fire broke out early Tuesday morning at a warehouse storing Chinese products and materials in the industrial zone of Santarém. The fire was reported to be under control by 07:00, with operations now focused on dousing remaining hot spots.

The alert for the fire was raised at 01:22, and thankfully, there were no reported casualties. By 08:20, the fire was declared to be in the final stages of containment, with the last updates confirming that the fire was fully under control by 07:02.

As of 08:24, 52 firefighters from various local brigades including Santarém, Almeirim, Torres Novas, and others were still on-site, supported by 20 vehicles. The quick response prevented the fire from spreading to other buildings in the industrial area, showcasing the effectiveness of the local emergency services.

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