A minor fire unexpectedly erupted at midday on Thursday, startling both customers and employees at the El Capiro service center, operated by the CIMEX corporation, located in the city of Santa Clara, Villa Clara province.
The blaze originated on the rooftop, where the air conditioning system's compressor caught fire. Firefighters from station number three swiftly responded to the scene, extinguishing the flames in roughly thirty minutes.
As a precautionary step during the incident, staff and patrons were evacuated from the premises.
The ACN reported that there were no injuries or substantial damage, though the area is still being monitored while assessments of the material damage and conditions for resuming services continue.
Witnesses noted that smoke was visible from various nearby locations, causing concern among passersby.
Local authorities are currently investigating the precise causes of the fire and have stated that safety measures will remain in place until the electrical and air conditioning systems are confirmed stable. The service center will remain closed until further notice.
Details on the Santa Clara Service Center Fire
What caused the fire at the Santa Clara service center?
The fire was caused by the compressor of the air conditioning system on the rooftop catching fire.
Were there any injuries reported from the fire?
No injuries were reported as a result of the fire.
How long did it take to extinguish the fire?
Firefighters managed to extinguish the fire in approximately thirty minutes.