Large Fire Erupts at Rocío Jurado Auditorium in Seville

Firefighters in Seville, supported by Local Police and Civil Protection, are currently battling a significant fire that erupted Saturday afternoon at the Rocío Jurado Auditorium. The blaze began around 8:05 PM local time at the Auditorium, located on Avenida Camino de los Descubrimientos in the Isla de la Cartuja. Fortunately, there have been no injuries reported as of now, according to the latest updates from Emergencies Sevilla via their social media channels.

The fire is producing thick smoke that is spreading to several parts of the city, particularly affecting the city center and the Triana neighborhood. This has prompted a flurry of emergency calls to the authorities, with residents utilizing the emergency lines 080, 092, and 112 to report the situation.

The presence of smoke not only raises concerns for immediate safety but also poses risks of reduced air quality in the vicinity. Firefighters are working tirelessly to control the flames and prevent them from spreading further.

As operations continue, local residents are advised to stay indoors and keep windows and doors closed to minimize exposure to smoke. Updates from the emergency services will be provided as more information becomes available, and citizens are encouraged to follow official channels for the latest developments on the situation.

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