A large fire broke out in an industrial building in Fyrislund, Uppsala, just before 5:45 p.m. on Friday. Emergency services, police, and ambulance were called to the scene, and the fire was extinguished by 7 p.m. No injuries have been reported.
Just before 5:45 p.m. on Friday, emergency services were alerted to a fire in an industrial building in Fyrislund, an industrial area in Uppsala. According to rescuers, it was a large fire with significant smoke visible from the site. Police and ambulance also arrived to manage the situation.
By 7 p.m., the fire service announced that the main blaze was under control and extinguished. Smoke divers entered the building to check, after which efforts shifted to ventilating the smoke and extinguishing any smoldering fires. The team planned to remain on site for a few more hours to ensure no risks persisted.
Police have filed a report on suspected arson to investigate possible criminal involvement, with a technical examination to follow. The cause of the fire and the extent of damage remain unclear. Witnesses reported hearing a bang around the time of the fire, though its relation to the incident is unconfirmed.
No information on injuries is available at this point. The event underscores the importance of rapid response to industrial fires in the Uppsala region.
