A major fire erupted in an industrial building in Iitti on Tuesday morning. Emergency services received the alarm at 7:38 AM about a large building blaze on Rautatienkatu.
The Päijät-Häme rescue department confirmed the fire started in a demolition waste container at the industrial facility. Firefighters are currently working to extinguish the flames and clear the area.
Rescue officials said they will provide more details about the Iitti industrial fire as their work progresses. The building is located in southeastern Finland's Kymenlaakso region, an area known for its industrial activity.
Industrial fires in Finland often pose particular challenges due to the types of materials stored in these facilities. The immediate response suggests authorities are treating this as a serious incident that requires thorough investigation once the emergency is contained.