Fire Details

In the early hours today, a column of thick black smoke was seen rising from the green spaces along the Nile bank in Manial on the Maadi Corniche, causing panic among residents and visitors.

Causes and Initial Findings

Authorities have not yet reported an official cause for the blaze. There is currently no definitive evidence pointing to an electrical fault or deliberate ignition. Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances of the fire.

Extent of Damage

The flames spread across a wide area of palm trees and dry brush alongside the riverbank, destroying large swathes of vegetation. The fire did not reach any nearby buildings or boats on the Nile, and no injuries have been reported among passersby or crook operators.

Civil Defense Response

Cairo’s Civil Defense Department dispatched multiple fire engines to the scene immediately after the alert. Crews managed to contain and extinguish the fire within hours, then proceeded with cooling operations to prevent any re-ignition.

Eyewitness Accounts

Onlookers described the scene as “terrifying,” noting the impressive height of the flames leaping above the trees. Many rushed to capture photos and videos of the incident and shared them on social media.

Investigations continue as relevant authorities seek to identify the fire’s cause and implement measures to prevent similar incidents in the future