According to the Fire and Rescue Department, emergency services responded to reports of smoke inside the CUP shopping center located on Upės Street in Vilnius on Saturday evening.
Emergency Response and Investigation at Vilnius Shopping Center CUP
The initial report regarding the smoke at the shopping center was received at 23.03, as confirmed to the portal LRT.lt by a representative of the Fire and Rescue Department (PAGD). Firefighters arrived at the scene to locate the potential source of the fire. According to initial data, the smoke was observed inside the “Topo centras” store.
By 00.50, authorities concluded their operations within the smoke-filled premises of the shopping center. The Fire and Rescue Department informed LRT radio that the source of the smoke originated under a counter inside the “Topo centras” store. Officials confirmed that there was no open flame during the incident, and authorities are actively working to determine the exact cause of the smoke.
Did You Know? The incident at the Vilnius shopping center CUP occurred late on a Saturday evening, with emergency responders arriving promptly after the 23.03 report and wrapping up their on-site investigation before 01.00.
Public Safety Status and Potential Next Steps
Official reports confirm that no people were injured during the smoke incident at the shopping center. Because there was no open flame detected at the scene, investigators are continuing to review the area to establish what caused the smoke to accumulate under the counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time was the incident reported?
According to the Fire and Rescue Department, the report regarding smoke at the shopping center was received at 23.03.
Where did the smoke originate?
Officials stated that the smoke source was located inside the “Topo centras” store, specifically under a counter.
Were there any injuries or open flames?
No, authorities confirmed that there was no open flame and that no people were injured during the incident.