Seville construction fire injures at least five workers

Sevilla fire Los Remedios Vera Sevilla project Altadis complex construction accident

A fire broke out on Wednesday morning at the construction site of the Vera Sevilla project, located in the former Altadis tobacco factory complex in the Los Remedios district of Seville. The incident, which occurred around 11:10 AM, produced a large column of black smoke visible across the city.

At least five construction workers were injured due to smoke inhalation. One 22-year-old worker was also treated for first-degree facial burns and evacuated to the burn unit at Hospital Virgen del Rocío. Municipal sources indicate the fire likely started during welding work on fibers.

Emergency services, including local and national police and fire departments, responded to the scene. Authorities advised residents in the Los Remedios and Triana neighborhoods to keep windows and doors closed to avoid smoke. The National Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the blaze.

Entities

Altadis · Hospital Virgen del Rocío · Marriott International · Sevilla · Vera Sevilla

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[● 3 SOURCES] The fire occurred at the Vera Sevilla project site, the former Altadis tobacco factory complex. www.diariodemallorca.es · www.cope.es · www.eldiario.es
[● 2 SOURCES] One injured worker, aged 22, suffered first-degree facial burns and was sent to a burn unit. www.diariodemallorca.es · www.eldiario.es
[○ 1 SOURCE] At least five people were injured in the fire. www.eldiario.es
[○ 1 SOURCE] National Police are investigating the cause of the incident. www.eldiario.es
[● 2 SOURCES] The injured individuals are construction workers. www.diariodemallorca.es · www.eldiario.es
[● 3 SOURCES] An emergency call regarding the fire was received around 11:10 AM. www.diariodemallorca.es · www.cope.es · www.eldiario.es
[● 2 SOURCES] The fire originated during welding work on fibers. www.diariodemallorca.es · www.eldiario.es
[● 3 SOURCES] Emergency services advised residents in Los Remedios and Triana to close windows and doors. www.diariodemallorca.es · www.cope.es · www.eldiario.es