Massive Blaze Erupts in Fes, Morocco
In the early hours of Tuesday, a significant fire broke out in Fes, Morocco, creating a state of alarm among local residents. This devastating incident occurred at the popular flea market known as the "Joutiya of Moulay Idriss," situated in the Merinid district. Eyewitnesses reported that flames quickly engulfed numerous shops within the market, threatening additional nearby residences and businesses, causing widespread panic among the local population.
Local sources indicated that the fire's intensity escalated rapidly, with flames spreading to adjacent wood storage areas, further endangering surrounding properties. Upon receiving emergency notifications, local authorities, police forces, and civil defense units rushed to the scene, initiating firefighting operations to contain the blaze and prevent its spread to adjacent areas.
The firefighting efforts lasted over three hours, during which responders successfully managed to surround the flames. However, efforts continued to extinguish the remaining hotspots that were still emitting thick columns of smoke. As of now, an official assessment of the material damages caused by the fire has not been released. Meanwhile, security officials have launched an investigation under the jurisdiction of the public prosecutor to determine the fire's origins and clarify the circumstances surrounding this alarming event.
As reported by belpresse.com.
