10 Sep 2023 | 03:09 PM UTC
Iraq: Emergency response ongoing to structure fire in Erbil Sept. 10
Emergency crews responding to structure fire Chamber of Commerce in Erbil, Iraq, Sept. 10. Likely transport disruptions. Avoid the area.
Event
Emergency crews are responding to a fire at the Chamber of Commerce building in Erbil Sept. 10. The cause of the fire remains unclear. There are no reports of casualties as yet.
Increased security and transport disruptions are likely near the incident site over the coming hours. Authorities could evacuate structures in the area as a precaution. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the fire as authorities continue investigations and recovery operations.
Advice
Avoid the area until authorities have brought the fire under control and give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Allow additional time to reach destinations in 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.
