Massive Fire Erupts at Coffee Factory in 6th of October City… Civil Defense Deploys 10 Fire Trucks

A major fire broke out this evening in a coffee production factory located in the industrial zone of 6th of October City, causing widespread panic and drawing immediate emergency response.

The General Directorate of Civil Defense in Giza responded quickly to the incident, dispatching 10 fire trucks in an effort to contain the flames, which were seen rising intensely from inside the factory.

Heavy Security Presence at the Scene

Senior security officials arrived at the scene to closely monitor the firefighting operations and ensure coordination among emergency teams.
A security cordon was set up around the factory to secure the area and prevent civilians from approaching, safeguarding their safety during the emergency response.

Flames Spread Through Plastic Storage Inside the Factory

Preliminary investigations revealed that the fire started in plastic materials and internal storage areas containing flammable substances, contributing to the rapid spread of the fire and thick smoke.
This prompted further reinforcements of fire trucks as civil defense teams worked tirelessly to contain the flames and prevent them from reaching other sections of the facility or nearby buildings.

Emergency Call Triggers Immediate Response

The incident began when the emergency operations room received a call reporting a fire inside a factory in the 6th of October industrial zone.
Civil defense forces were immediately dispatched to the scene, supported by additional fire units and ambulances stationed nearby as a precaution.

Investigation Underway to Determine the Cause

As of now, no casualties or injuries have been reported.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, and investigative teams from the public prosecution and forensic units are on-site conducting inspections. They are reviewing surveillance footage and collecting witness statements from employees and nearby workers to uncover the circumstances surrounding the fire.

Ongoing Efforts to Fully Contain the Blaze

Civil defense teams continue their firefighting and cooling operations, which are expected to last for several hours due to the scale of the blaze and the presence of highly flammable materials.
Damage assessments are currently underway, and official authorities are expected to release a detailed statement outlining the incident and the results of the ongoing investigations.