Fire Breaks Out in Kesko Warehouse in Vantaa, Quick Response from Rescue Service Saves the Day

Earlier today, a fire broke out at the central warehouse in Vantaa, which is listed on the Helsinki Stock Exchange. The roof of the central warehouse in Hakkila, Vantaa, spanning approximately 95,000 square meters, caught fire and caused concern.

The incident attracted a response from 17 units of the rescue service to address the situation promptly. Despite affecting an area of about 10 square meters, the fire was successfully extinguished without any injuries reported. The cause of the fire was attributed to roof work that was taking place at the time.

More detailed information about the incident was provided by the central Uusimaa rescue service to update stakeholders on the progress and resolution of the fire. The prompt response from the rescue service helped contain the fire at the central warehouse in Vantaa, mitigating any potential damage to the structure or surrounding areas.

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive safety measures in industrial settings to prevent such accidents and ensure the well-being of employees and property. As a key component of Kesko’s operations, it is expected that normal activities will resume promptly following this incident.