On Thursday morning, a fire broke out in the kitchen area of Hotel El Paso in PortAventura World. The fire department responded quickly, and both guests and staff were safely relocated to other hotels. Fortunately, no one was injured.
Fire Alarm at Hotel El Paso: Cause in the Kitchen Area
On the morning of September 19, 2024, a fire alarm was triggered at Hotel El Paso, part of the popular PortAventura World resort. The alarm went off at 7:52 AM when a fire started in a transformer station located in the hotel’s kitchen and production area. According to official reports, the fire department was immediately notified, and four units from Tarragona and the surrounding region were dispatched to the scene.
Effective Firefighting Measures
Firefighters on-site acted quickly, cutting off the power supply to the affected area to prevent any short circuits. Once the electrical risk was contained, the team began fighting the fire. Thanks to the rapid response of the firefighters, the blaze was soon brought under control.
Evacuation and Guest Relocation
As the firefighters worked to control the situation, the hotel staff and guests of Hotel El Paso were evacuated as a precaution. The affected individuals were relocated to the nearby hotels El Caribe and PortAventura. Despite the early hour and the unexpected nature of the situation, the evacuation proceeded smoothly, and no injuries were reported.
No Injuries, Swift Action On-Site
Thankfully, there were no injuries reported from the incident. The collaboration between emergency responders and hotel staff played a crucial role in ensuring that the situation was handled safely and efficiently. Authorities are now investigating the incident to determine the exact cause of the fire and to implement any necessary safety measures.
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