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Firefighters Contain Major Blaze at Zaragoza Electronics Recycling Facility

A fire at the RAEEL S.A. warehouse, fueled by lithium batteries and gas canisters, remains under active suppression, with no injuries or evacuations reported.

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Overview

  • A large fire broke out Thursday at the RAEEL S.A. electronics recycling warehouse in Zaragoza's Parque Tecnológico de Reciclado.
  • Fire crews have secured the perimeter and are using drones to map hotspots while continuing suppression efforts expected to extend into Friday.
  • The warehouse, isolated by vacant plots, has prevented the fire from spreading to other facilities in the area.
  • Hazardous materials, including lithium batteries and gas canisters, have intensified the flames and caused explosions during the firefighting operation.
  • Zaragoza firefighters have deployed specialized units, including an aerial ladder, heavy water tenders, and a drone team, to combat the blaze effectively.