Summary:
30 residents displaced due to a fire in Lisbon
Fire started on the roof of a three-story building
51 firefighters responded to the emergency
One firefighter sustained minor injuries
Cause of the fire still under investigation
Fire Displaces 30 Residents in Lisbon
A fire broke out in the roof of a three-story building on Calçada da Tapada in Lisbon, prompting the evacuation of 30 residents on Wednesday night. The fire, which started at 5:20 PM, lasted for approximately two hours, causing significant damage to the roof and part of the upper floor of the building.
Emergency Response
51 firefighters and 15 vehicles from both the sapadores and Ajuda fire brigades, along with the PSP and INEM, responded to the emergency. Thankfully, only one firefighter sustained minor injuries while combating the blaze. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Following the incident, city services provided assistance to the displaced residents, helping them find alternative accommodation for the night.
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