As per reports, emergency services are responding to a major fire at the Dagli’Brugsen supermarket on Århusvej 44 in Tirstrup, East Jutland, reported at approximately 0254 hours local time (0054 hours UTC) on Thursday (17 September).
• Post-extinguishing operations remain underway, with police stating that the supermarket is likely to be destroyed, although an adjoining warehouse is expected to be saved.
• Two firefighters were taken to hospital for assessment after suffering suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. No civilian injuries have been reported. Firefighting operations have faced logistical challenges after the local direct water supply was exhausted, requiring water to be transported to the site.
• As of 0642 hours local time (0442 hours UTC), Århusvej remains closed between Hybenbakken and Ballevej, with no estimated reopening time announced.
• The closure is affecting the main road connection between Aarhus and Grenaa, and police have indicated that heavy vehicles are particularly affected due to limited suitable alternative routes.
• Residents and others near the incident have been advised to avoid smoke, remain indoors, close doors and windows, and switch off ventilation systems if smoke moves towards their location. The cause of the fire remains unknown and will be investigated when conditions permit.
Categories: Critical Infrastructure - Fire Hazards
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