- Major fire broke out early Wednesday morning in an underground parking lot of a five-story building in Orihuela Costa.
- The fire spread to multiple vehicles and generated heavy smoke, prompting evacuation of the entire building.
- Firefighters from Torrevieja and Almoradí responded quickly and worked for nearly four hours to extinguish the blaze.
- Resulted in 4 vehicles completely burned and 10 others damaged by fire and smoke.
- No injuries reported; operational teams included over a dozen firefighters and multiple firefighting vehicles.
Fire Forces Evacuation of Five-Story Building in Orihuela Costa
In the early hours of Wednesday, September 10, 2025, a fire erupted in the underground parking lot of a residential apartment complex located on Calle del Mar, number 15, in Orihuela Costa. The intense flames and thick smoke led to the immediate evacuation of residents from the five-story building, as a precautionary safety measure.
Rapid Response from Fire Services
The Provincial Fire Consortium received an emergency call at 00:21 a.m. regarding the blaze.Upon arrival, firefighters observed the fire spreading rapidly to several vehicles parked in the underground garage, causing a notable amount of dense smoke to infiltrate the residential floors above.
The firefighting teams from the Torrevieja and Almoradí stations quickly mobilized to contain and extinguish the fire. The coordinated effort included:
- One command unit (unit mando jefatura)
- one heavy water tanker truck (bomba nodriza pesada)
- Two heavy urban firefighting trucks (bombas urbanas pesadas)
- One aerial ladder truck (autoescalera)
- One sergeant, two corporals, and twelve firefighters
Duration and Damage Assessment
After nearly four hours of diligent firefighting, the fire was declared extinguished at 4:02 a.m. The damage assessment revealed that:
| Category | Quantity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles Completely Burned | 4 | Vehicles destroyed due to fire |
| Vehicles Damaged | 10 | Vehicles suffering smoke and heat damage |
| Building Impact | N/A | No structural damage reported; evacuation precautionary |
Safety Measures and Community Impact
Thanks to the swift and professional response, no injuries have been reported among residents or firefighters.The evacuation was orderly and ensured the safety of all occupants during the incident.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the fire. Meanwhile, building residents are being assisted with temporary accommodations and damage assessments.
What Residents Should Know After a Fire Incident
- Always obey evacuation orders promptly to ensure safety.
- Do not return to the building until authorities declare it safe.
- Report any health symptoms related to smoke inhalation to medical professionals.
- Check with insurance providers for vehicle and property damage claims.
Conclusion
The fire at the Orihuela Costa parking venue highlights the importance of quick emergency response and building evacuation protocols. The collaboration between the Torrevieja and Almoradí fire stations was key in preventing the fire from escalating further and ensuring that no lives were lost.
Residents and community members are encouraged to stay informed about fire safety and to maintain functional smoke detectors and fire alarms in residential buildings.
For ongoing updates, follow local authorities and fire department announcements.
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