A fire broke out in a café in Rokiškis due to insulation material igniting around the chimney, prompting emergency services to respond quickly to mitigate the situation.
On February 17th, at around 9:13 AM, a fire incident was reported at a café in Rokiškis, Lithuania. Upon the arrival of the fire rescue team, it was discovered that insulation material between the chimney liner and the chimney itself was on fire. Within four minutes, the firefighting crew began extinguishing efforts and dismantling the damaged sections.
The blaze resulted in approximately 2 square meters of chimney sheathing being dismantled and about 1 square meter of insulation material being removed. Fortunately, a smoke detector was installed in the premises and functioned properly, allowing for timely detection of the fire. Preliminary reports link the cause of the fire to issues potentially related to the chimney's construction or its usage, and investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident are ongoing.
As of the latest updates, no injuries have been reported as a result of this fire. The situation highlights the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of chimney systems in commercial establishments, as well as the effectiveness of safety measures like smoke detectors in preventing potential disasters.
