Fire Breaks Out at Restaurant in Stockholm’s Odenplan
Stockholm, Sweden – A fire broke out at a restaurant located in Odenplan, Stockholm, according to reports from Swedish news outlet Aftonbladet. The fire, which started earlier today, is still not under control, prompting an extensive extinguishing effort involving 46 individuals.
The local rescue service’s management operator, Mathias Häglund, expressed concerns about the possibility of the fire spreading further within the building. “In the worst case scenario, the fire could have spread throughout the construction,” Häglund stated. “Currently, it seems to be isolated to the ventilation pipe originating from the restaurant. However, we have observed smoke spreading to the basement, stairwell, and neighboring businesses.”
The fire has sparked alarm among nearby residents and businesses, who have been urged to remain cautious while emergency services work to contain the situation. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and authorities have launched an investigation to ascertain the origin and nature of the incident.
Eyewitnesses in the area reported seeing thick smoke billowing from the restaurant’s ventilation system. The restaurant itself was temporarily closed due to the fire, leaving its owners and employees anxious about potential damage and disruption to their business.
Local authorities have cordoned off the affected area to ensure the safety of the public and prevent any potential injuries. Traffic in the vicinity has also been temporarily diverted to facilitate the smooth operation of emergency response teams.
Speaking about the ongoing efforts to extinguish the flames, Häglund mentioned that firefighters are working tirelessly to bring the situation under control. “Our priority right now is to contain the fire and minimize damage to the surrounding areas,” he said. “We are grateful for the swift response and collaboration from all the participating firefighters and other emergency personnel.”
As emergency services continue their work, residents and business owners in the vicinity are advised to follow any safety instructions provided by authorities and exercise caution until the situation is resolved. Regular updates regarding the incident will be shared as more information becomes available.
Authorities are appealing to anyone with additional information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation.