Warehouse fire in Strömstad – Important message to the public issued

During the night, a warehouse in Strömstad caught fire, resulting in heavy smoke development.

A VMA (important message to the public) was issued to people in the area, urging them to go indoors and close doors, windows, and ventilation.

The fire was under control by Friday morning, but the warning remained in place as the smoke was still drifting towards the town, reported Strömstad Tidning. According to local media, the warning was lifted at 9 am.

According to the rescue service, the building was empty when the fire broke out. The alarm came in just before 1 am.