Alarming report of an explosion in a private kindergarten in Vilnius turned out to be false
A reported explosion at a private kindergarten in Vilnius was confirmed to be a false alarm due to a technical failure in the heating system.
An incident reported at a private kindergarten in Vilnius sparked concern when authorities received a call about a possible explosion around 5:17 PM. Firefighting and rescue services quickly arrived at the scene, but it was determined that there was no fire to extinguish, and no signs of an explosion had been found. The Situation Coordination Service (SKS) confirmed that the initial report was unfounded, attributing the noisy incident to a technical failure in the heating boiler located within the kindergarten premises.
Witnesses reported a sound that resembled an explosion, which may have contributed to the alarm being raised. The malfunction in the heating system was significant enough to draw attention but fortunately did not result in any injuries or damage. The initial report of the situation spread quickly, with local news outlets like tv3.lt being among the first to inform the public about the events occurring on Liubarto Street in the city center.
The kindergarten, identified as "Vaikystės sodas," was founded by Dr. Austėja Landsbergienė, who has been influential in the education sector. This incident underscores the importance of clear communication and rapid response from emergency services to manage potential crises effectively, ensuring public safety and alleviating concerns in the community.