Blida, Algeria – Civil Defense forces successfully extinguished a fire at a glass production and processing facility in the Larbaa district of Blida province late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. The incident, which occurred at a factory specializing in the production and transformation of glass, was swiftly contained by emergency responders.
According to Civil Defense officials, the fire originated from a leak of raw glass material within the facility’s glass melting furnace. Authorities were able to halt the flow of the substance, preventing further escalation of the situation. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
DZWatch has learned that Civil Defense units were dispatched to the scene at 7:20 PM local time, responding to reports of the material leak at the factory, located in the commune and district of Larbaa, Blida province. Crews immediately began working to isolate the affected area and mitigate the risk of further damage.
While the immediate threat has been neutralized, Civil Defense personnel remain on-site, conducting cooling operations and maintaining a security perimeter to ensure the area is safe. An investigation is expected to be launched to determine the precise cause of the leak and to assess any potential structural damage to the facility.
The prompt response of the Civil Defense is being lauded by local officials, who emphasized the importance of preparedness and rapid intervention in preventing industrial accidents from escalating into larger-scale disasters. The incident serves as a reminder of the inherent risks associated with industrial processes and the need for stringent safety protocols.
DZWatch will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.
