13 Aug 2024 | 07:18 PM UTC
Egypt: Lingering transport and business disruptions likely in Gleem area of Alexandria after crews extinguish fire at local restaurant Aug. 13
Authorities extinguish fire at Ebn El Balad Restaurant in Gleem area of Alexandria, Egypt, Aug. 13; lingering transport disruptions likely.
Disruptions to transport and business will likely affect the Gleem area of Alexandria over the short term after authorities extinguished a fire at the local Ebn El Balad Restaurant on Aug. 13. At least seven people were injured from smoke inhalation. Traffic congestion has been reported in the area in connection with the incident. Officials did not immediately confirm what caused the fire; reports have variously suggested that either a gas leak or an electrical short circuit was responsible for the blaze.
Lingering smoke from the fire may noticeably worsen air quality in parts of Alexandria over the coming hours. Authorities will likely maintain a heightened security presence in the area to facilitate firefighters' cooling operation at the scene of the blaze. Officials could close local roads on short notice.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities conclude their work at the scene and vacate the vicinity. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. 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.
