# Waste management plant fire in Pomerania

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/waste-management-plant-fire-in-pomerania
> Updated: 2026-08-15T12:51:00.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

On August 15, 2026, a large-scale fire occurred at a waste management plant in Chlewnica, located in the Potęgowo municipality of Pomerania, Poland. The blaze affected four industrial halls spanning roughly 5,000 square meters, an administrative building, and a large waste pile.

Approximately 200 firefighters and 60 units responded to the scene. During the operation, seven firefighters required medical assistance for heat exhaustion and other issues, while one volunteer firefighter was taken to the emergency department for a sprained leg.

Authorities advised residents in Potęgowo and surrounding areas, such as Nowe Skórowo, Darżyno, and Darżynek, to remain indoors with windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke. The firefighting efforts also caused water pressure drops and service interruptions in several municipalities. While chemical rescue teams monitored air quality, officials reported no immediate threat to public health.

## Claims

- The fire situation at the waste management plant is developing. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The fire broke out at the Waste Management Plant in Chlewnica around 12:30 PM on Saturday, August 15. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The fire affected three halls and a waste pile. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- One of the burning halls measures approximately 15 by 60 meters. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The Potęgowo municipality issued an urgent appeal for residents to close windows and doors and stay indoors due to smoke. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Water supply interruptions or pressure drops were expected in Potęgowo, Nowe Skórowo, Darżyno, and Darżynko. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- There were no reports of injuries following the fire. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Approximately 200 firefighters were deployed to the scene. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-15: Chlewnica waste plant fire involves 200 firefighters

A major fire destroyed a waste management plant in Chlewnica, Poland, involving four halls and a waste pile. Over 200 firefighters responded, and seven personnel required medical aid during the operation.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chlewnica-waste-management-plant-fire-triggers-emergency-response

### 2026-07-31: Recz, Poland Wheat Field Fire Destroys 58 Hectares

A July 30 fire near Recz, Poland burned about 58 ha of wheat, threatened a forest, and was halted after coordinated action by farmers, fire brigades and aerial water drops.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/recz-poland-wheat-field-fire-destroys-58-hectares

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