Fire broke out in coffee roaster
A minor fire occurred in a coffee roaster at the Tes headquarters in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, with no injuries reported and the fire simply allowed to burn out.
A small fire broke out in a coffee roaster at the Tes headquarters located in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland. The local fire department was called to the scene around 11:00 AM, responding with a single fire truck. According to the on-duty station officer, there was only a minor fire, and the flames were allowed to burn out naturally without any immediate intervention needed other than smoke ventilation.
The incident was handled efficiently, with no damage reported, and thankfully, no individuals required medical attention due to smoke inhalation. The quick response from the fire brigade highlights their preparedness and the low level of threat posed by the fire, which seems to have been largely contained.
The occurrence of this fire serves as a reminder of safety protocols in commercial kitchens, especially those involving machinery that handles heat and combustion. While the situation was quickly resolved without casualties or significant harm, it emphasizes the importance of vigilance and rapid response in such settings to prevent escalations in the future.