Fire at Hässleholm Waste Facility Triggers Public Safety Warning

A fire at a recycling center in Hässleholm has led to an Important Message to the Public (VMA) being issued for residents in the areas of Vankiva, Finja, and northern Hässleholm. The blaze has resulted in significant smoke emissions, raising health concerns and prompting local authorities to take immediate action.

Firefighters, led by Melissa Millbourn, are currently on-site combatting the flames and managing the hazardous situation. The urgent warning encourages local residents to stay indoors, ensuring that doors, windows, and ventilation systems are closed to mitigate exposure to the smoke. Affected residents have been advised to take these precautions as firefighters expect to continue their efforts throughout the evening to extinguish the fire completely.

This incident follows a report from P4 Kristianstad, confirming that multiple fire service units have been deployed to manage the situation effectively. The smoke poses potential health risks, which is why lockdown measures for local residences have been put in place.

In a related note, a separate VMA was also issued in Hörby due to the discovery of a suspected dangerous object found outdoors, highlighting ongoing public safety concerns in the region. As the situation in Hässleholm develops, officials are focusing on both managing the fire and ensuring the safety of local residents.