Overview
- The fire, which began around 3:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, burned five cars parked in a surface lot on Avenida de Orellana in Leganés.
- Three crews from Bomberos de la Comunidad de Madrid responded and worked to put out the flames in the early-morning operation, which El Periódico reported was coordinated by supervisor Gregorio Laso.
- The Policía de Leganés is leading an active investigation into the cause and officials say the origin of the blaze remains undetermined.
- Authorities and emergency services have not reported any injuries or structural damage beyond the five vehicles, according to Emergencias 112 and local outlets.
- The destroyed cars mean direct losses for vehicle owners and the police probe could prompt local reviews of parking safety or surveillance as more details emerge.