A fire ignited early Wednesday morning at the Hirvaskangas ABC service station in Central Finland. The blaze started in a drying cabinet and washing machine according to rescue officials. The exact cause remains under investigation.
Flames were contained within the station's drying room and did not spread to other parts of the building. Smoke however traveled widely through the ABC facility. Six people were present at the time of the incident.
Rescue services extinguished the initial fire after 6 AM and continued damage control operations. The Central Finland Rescue Department reported the incident at 6:11 AM.
Hirvaskangas ABC serves as a popular rest stop along Highway 4, one of Finland's main transport routes. The station operates 24 hours daily. It remains unclear whether the fire will affect Wednesday's operations.
Highway service stations like ABC provide essential amenities for Finland's long-distance travelers, offering fuel, food, and rest facilities along the country's extensive road network. This incident highlights the fire risks present in round-the-clock facilities that contain multiple electrical appliances and drying equipment.