Athens fire: Blaze breaks out at two textile workshops in Aigaleo
Firefighters are battling a large blaze at two textile workshops on Agiou Panteleimonos Street in Aigaleo, Athens. A 400-meter preventative evacuation was ordered due to heavy smoke and high heat.
- A fire broke out overnight at two clothing and textile workshops in Aigaleo.
- A total of 35 firefighters with 11 vehicles and a articulated platform are operating at the scene.
- A 400-meter preventative evacuation around the affected buildings is being enforced with police assistance.
If you are traveling to or staying in western Athens, be aware of thick smoke blowing south toward Piraeus. Avoid the Aigaleo area, keep windows closed if you are nearby, and follow instructions from local authorities and emergency services.
Continuous firefighting operations in Aigaleo
A fire has been burning throughout the night at two clothing and textile workshops located on Agiou Panteleimonos Street in Aigaleo, Athens. The firefighting operation remains ongoing as flammable materials complicate the work of the crews, while dense smoke creates a heavy atmosphere in the neighborhood.
A total of 35 firefighters operating 11 vehicles, alongside an articulated ladder truck, are deployed at the scene due to difficult access and limited space for deployment. The Municipality of Aigaleo is assisting firefighting efforts with water tankers. According to officials, the fire is contained and there is currently no risk of further spread.
Preventative evacuation and heavy smoke
Due to the high thermal load, the buildings have suffered severe structural damage. Consequently, a preventative evacuation is being carried out for anyone within a 400-meter radius of the structures, assisted by the Hellenic Police (ELAS).
A significant amount of smoke continues to emit from the site, drifting south toward the Piraeus area. Firefighters remain on the scene to bring the fire completely under control.
