Poland: Authorities are responding to fire at a paper warehouse in Wieliczka early evening Dec. 28

Event

Authorities are responding to a large fire at a paper warehouse located along Stroma street in Wieliczka, south of Krakow, Dec. 28. The cause of the blaze is unclear. Initial reports indicate there are no casualties associated with the incident.

Heightened security and localized business and transport disruptions are likely over the coming hours due to a large number of emergency personnel responding to the fire.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Heed all officials' instructions. Plan for localized transport and business disruptions. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to reach destinations if operating near the affected area. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.