Six fire engines contain blaze at Amghara waste treatment facility
A fire broke out on Saturday at a waste treatment facility in the Amghara area, prompting a swift response from the Kuwait Fire Force.
The authorities confirmed that six fire engines were dispatched to the site and were able to bring the blaze under control efficiently.
According to the Fire Department, the teams acted promptly to contain the fire, preventing it from spreading to nearby structures or causing major damage.
No significant injuries were reported among workers or first responders, and the incident was managed without complications.
Investigators are reviewing the cause of the fire, though initial assessments suggest it may have been linked to combustible materials handled at the facility.
The department emphasized that safety protocols and rapid intervention measures played a critical role in minimizing the impact of the incident, reports Al-Rai.
Officials also urged industrial facilities to maintain rigorous safety standards and fire prevention measures to reduce the risk of similar incidents in the future.
The quick containment of the fire highlights the readiness and efficiency of Kuwait’s emergency services in managing industrial emergencies.
