A fire erupted at the ABC Hirvaskangas service station in Central Finland early Wednesday morning. The blaze started in a dryer drum within the station's maintenance area around 5 AM. Firefighters quickly responded to extinguish the flames.
Six people were inside the building when the fire began. Fortunately, no one suffered injuries during the incident. Smoke spread extensively throughout the property despite the fire remaining contained to its origin area.
The ABC station operates as a 24-hour facility serving travelers along Central Finland's highway network. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by authorities.
This incident highlights the fire risks present at 24-hour service stations, particularly in maintenance areas with electrical equipment. While safety protocols prevented injuries, the extensive smoke damage suggests significant disruption to station operations.