A fire at a recycling plant in Alhendín has been belching out a large column of smoke, cleary visible from the city of Granada and towns in the Metropolitan Area.
The fire, which is inside the plant perimeter and involves plastic materials, started yesterday around 15:50h. Because of the material going up in flames, the smoke was thought to be toxic. In fact, one worker had to be taken to Hospital San Cecilio suffering from mild, smoke inhalation.
However, firefighters were confident that it would be out before the day was out, expecting that it would take a few more hours to completely extinguish the flames. Over 20 firefighters and multiple fire trucks from Granada, Guadix andLoja were sent to put the fire out.
The emergency service also called out together with the Fire Departments from the towns mentioned above, the Guardia Civil, Policia local, and Civil Protection.
Furthermore, specialised CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear) units are testing the air for harmful substances. Preliminary results show no toxic content.
The Alhendín Town Council asked people to stay away from the area and follow official instructions:
- Stay inside homes or buildings as much as possible.
- Keep doors and windows closed.
- Turn off ventilation or air conditioning systems that pull air from outside.
- Avoid outdoor exercise and unnecessary travel near the smoke.
- Watch closely over children, older adults, and people with breathing problems.
- Wear an FFP2 mask if you must go outside in smoky areas.
- Call 112 if you feel dizzy or have breathing trouble.
- Ignore rumors and check only official sources for updates.
(News: Alhendin, City & Metropolitan Area/Vega, Granada, Andalucia)
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