Colombia: Firefighters responding to fire at cereal factory near Tocancipa late Aug. 26

Event

Emergency crews are responding to a warehouse fire at the Trading Foods cereal factory near Tocancipa as of late Aug. 26. The cause of the fire is currently unclear. No casualties have been reported.

Heightened security and localized disruptions to transport and business are likely over the coming hours as firefighting operations continue. The blaze and accompanying smoke may worsen air quality in the area.

Tocancipa is approximately is approximately 17 km (10 miles) northeast of Chia.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time to reach destinations. Heed the directives of authorities. 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.