A large-scale operation by Civil Protection Department Malta brought a garage fire in L-Iklin under control earlier today, following an intensive response involving multiple fire stations.
Fire crews from Stations 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8 were deployed to the scene, working for several hours to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby properties, the CPD said on its Facebook page. Their coordinated efforts ensured that surrounding buildings were safeguarded despite the scale of the incident.
Authorities confirmed that the fire has now been contained. However, firefighters remain on site carrying out cooling operations aimed at eliminating residual hot spots and reducing the risk of re-ignition.
No injuries were reported.
The Civil Protection Department expressed its gratitude to several entities that assisted during the operation, including the Emergency Department at Mater Dei Hospital, the Malta Police Force, Enemalta plc, the Emergency Fire & Rescue Unit, St John Ambulance & Rescue Malta, and Civil Protection volunteers.
Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.
