Firefighter injured in fire in Pittem

The fire started around 5 a.m. this morning in a company that stores wood. The fire is under control, but it will take some time to put out the fire because the fire will still smolder for a while.

There were no casualties in the fire, although one firefighter was taken to hospital after falling.

The fire also causes traffic problems: it is necessary to queue on the Brugsesteenweg from Ardooie in the direction of Pittem.

Emergency services are asking that nearby windows and doors be closed and ventilation turned off.