19 Jun 2024 | 12:27 AM UTC
Brazil: Firefighters responding to industrial fire in Barueri area of Sao Paulo as of the evening of June 18
Firefighters responding to fire at factory in Barueri area of Sao Paulo, Brazil, evening of June 18. Tight security, disruptions likely.
Firefighters are responding to a fire at an auto parts warehouse on Ave. Antonio Furlan in the Barueri area of Sao Paulo as of the evening of June 18. Reports indicate the fire started in a forested area before spreading to nearby buildings. Firefighters responded to the call at 16:18; at least 11 vehicles have been deployed. There have been no reports of casualties.
Heightened security, as well as localized transit and business disruptions, are likely in the coming hours.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Persons operating nearby should consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if they 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.
