Paris Waste Sorting Center Fire Contained After Massive Blaze

The fire, which caused extensive damage to the Syctom facility in Paris's 17th arrondissement, has been contained with no casualties reported as investigations into the cause continue.

A major fire broke out on April 7, 2025, at the Syctom waste sorting center in Paris's 17th arrondissement, destroying much of the 12,000 m² facility.
Over 200 firefighters worked through the night to contain the blaze, which was fully extinguished by April 8, with no injuries reported among employees or responders.
Air quality tests confirmed no toxic risk from the smoke, though authorities maintained precautionary measures for nearby residents during the incident.
The fire caused significant structural damage, including the collapse of parts of the building, and led to temporary road closures around the area.
An official investigation has been launched to determine the fire's cause, with authorities treating it as a case of 'destruction involontaire par incendie.'