Roof Fire in Silivri Extinguished by Firefighters
ISTANBUL, June 10 – A fire that erupted on the roof of a four-story building in Silivri, Istanbul, was successfully extinguished by fire department teams. The incident, which occurred around 12:30 PM, saw the roof engulfed in flames, moments captured by onlookers on their mobile phones.
Emergency Response and Initial Findings
The fire broke out in the Yeni Mahalle Mehmet Silivrili Street. Residents, noticing smoke rising from the roof, immediately alerted the fire department. In response to the call, teams from Silivri and Çanta fire departments, along with health and police personnel, were dispatched to the scene.
The fire, the cause of which is still unknown, was brought under control and extinguished in a short period thanks to the swift intervention of the firefighting teams. Following the extinguishment, cooling operations were conducted to prevent any reignition. Inspections carried out by the fire department on the roof confirmed that no one was inside the building at the time of the incident.
Investigation Underway to Determine Cause
Authorities have initiated an investigation to ascertain the cause of the fire. While the immediate danger has passed, the incident highlights the importance of rapid response from emergency services.
Local residents expressed relief that the fire was contained quickly and that there were no casualties. The footage captured by bystanders showed significant flames, underscoring the potential danger if the fire had spread.
Further details regarding the cause of the fire are expected to be released as the investigation progresses. The quick action of the fire department prevented what could have been a more serious incident in the densely populated area of Silivri.
The incident serves as a reminder for residents to be vigilant and report any signs of fire immediately to emergency services to ensure public safety.
Source: https://www.dha.com.tr/yerel-haberler/istanbul/silivride-4-katli-binanin-catisinda-cikan-yang-2888873
