A car was burning with an open flame in Vilnius
A car caught fire at the intersection of Dunojus and Birbynių streets in Vilnius, with no reported injuries.
A car caught fire at the intersection of Dunojus and Birbynių streets in Vilnius around 20:45, as reported by 15min journalist Ramūnas Jakubauskas. The emergency services received a call about the fire at approximately 20:36 and two fire trucks were dispatched to the scene. Eyewitnesses noted that the flames were quite robust, making for a concerning sight in the area.
Upon arriving at the scene, firefighters worked diligently to extinguish the fire, which was extinguished by 21:00. While there were significant flames, fortunately, no injuries were reported, indicating that the fire was contained effectively before it could escalate further. The firefighters remained on-site to complete mopping-up operations, ensuring that no remaining hazards existed after the fire was out.
This incident highlights the importance of rapid response in fire emergencies, as the timely arrival of the fire department likely prevented any potential spread of the fire and ensured the safety of bystanders in this urban area of Vilnius.