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Fire at Spanish Furniture Factory Contained After Swift Emergency Response

A blaze in the paint cabin of Muebles San Jorge's Salceda de Caselas facility was brought under control without injuries following coordinated efforts by multiple fire brigades.

Overview

  • The fire began around 14:30 on May 22 in the paint cabin of the Muebles San Jorge factory in Salceda de Caselas, Galicia.
  • All factory workers evacuated safely, with no injuries reported or medical intervention required.
  • Emergency teams, including fire brigades from Baixo Miño, Ponteareas, and Morrazo, worked to control the flames and prevent further spread.
  • The fire was declared under control shortly after 16:30, though crews remained on-site to cool hotspots and prevent re-ignition.
  • Authorities continue investigating the cause of the fire as part of broader scrutiny of industrial safety compliance in Spain.