22 Apr 2024 | 11:21 AM UTC
Lebanon: Authorities responding to large structure fire at refugee camp in Zahle April 22
Increased security, disruptions likely amid emergency response to fire at refugee camp in Zahle, Lebanon, April 22.
As of the afternoon of April 22, increased security, transport, and business disruptions are likely over the coming hours in Zahle amid an emergency response to a structure fire at a refugee camp. The cause of the blaze is unclear.
The fire may noticeably worsen air quality in the surrounding area over the short term. Authorities will almost certainly keep a heightened security presence at the site until firefighters extinguish the blaze and authorities complete any subsequent investigative work. Transport and business disruptions are likely in the affected area over the coming hours. Officials may close roads or issue additional evacuation orders on short notice to facilitate the emergency response and ensure public safety.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, 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. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders. Heed all official instructions, including evacuation orders.
