22 May 2024 | 05:51 PM UTC
Sweden: Authorities responding to structure fire in Stockholm May 22
Crews responding to fire on Sankt Eriksgatan in Stockholm, Sweden, as of late May 22; lingering transport and business disruptions likely.
Emergency crews are responding to a fire at the Gronstedt Palace (Gronstedtska palatset) on Sankt Eriksgatan in the Vasastan neighborhood of Stockholm as of the evening of May 22. Authorities have set up cordons in the area, closing parts of Sankt Eriksgatan and Dalagatan to traffic amid the emergency response, and assert that the road closures will be in effect until around 21:00. Officials did not immediately report any casualties in connection with the blaze; however, casualties may be reported over the coming hours.
Smoke from the fire may noticeably worsen air quality in the surrounding area over the short term. Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business will likely affect the vicinity of the blaze until the firefighting operations conclude. Authorities may implement additional road closures or issue evacuation orders on short notice depending on the needs of the emergency response.
Avoid the scene of the blaze until the firefighting operations conclude. Allow additional travel time in the area and consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the incident site and fire-related disruptions. Follow all instructions from security personnel, including any evacuation orders. 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.
