Brazil: Authorities responding to large structure fire near Real da Torre and Padre Ancieta streets in Recife, Pernamuco State, as of late March 28

Firefighters are responding to a large structure fire near Real da Torre and Padre Anchieta streets in Recife, Pernambuco State, as of late March 28. The blaze is affecting a tall building under construction, with reports of debris falling onto the streets. Authorities have turned off electrical supplies and evacuated several buildings in the adjacent areas as a precaution. There have been no reports of casualties. The cause of the fire is not immediately clear.

Heightened security and localized business and transport disruptions are likely through early March 29 as firefighting response continue. Lingering disruptions are possible in the coming days due to investigations and clean up operations.