In Grimaud, a fire ravaged several sheds and a home, mobilizing 25 firefighters and significant emergency resources.
Fire in Grimaud – CREDIT: VarActu
A violent fire broke out in the town of Grimaud on the night of December 27 to 28, mobilizing significant emergency resources. Var firefighters were alerted at 11:53 p.m. for a fire affecting four wooden sheds and a traditional dwelling located at 801a Chemin Saint-Pierre.
Rapid spread and significant damage
The disaster, of great intensity, quickly devastated four wooden frame sheds before spreading to a neighboring house of traditional construction. Despite the rapid intervention of emergency services, the material damage was considerable. One person was slightly injured and was treated by firefighters before being transported to the Gassin health center. However, his state of health does not cause concern.
A substantial intervention system
Faced with the scale of the fire, a major rescue system was deployed, mobilizing no less than 25 firefighters. Among the means employed were:
- 3 fire-fighting machines,
- 1 large-capacity water-carrying vehicle,
- 1 large scale,
- 1 ambulance,
- 1 nursing vehicle,
- 2 command vehicles.
The efficiency and coordination of the teams made it possible to control the fire and limit the risk of spread to other surrounding buildings.
The gendarmerie and mobilized partners
In parallel with the intervention of the firefighters, the national gendarmerie, the municipal police and the local authorities went to the site to secure the surroundings of the disaster. The ENEDIS company was also called upon to cut off the power supply and prevent possible additional risks.
An ongoing investigation
The origin of the fire remains unknown at this time. An investigation has been opened to determine the exact circumstances of this incident. Local authorities also recalled the importance of vigilance during this winter period, where the risk of fire can be aggravated by the use of heating systems.