فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Fez, Morocco – June 28, 2025 — A massive fire broke out early Saturday morning in a tobacco store located in the Rasif district of Fez, triggering panic among nearby residents as flames and thick black smoke engulfed the area.
According to local sources who spoke to Fes News, the fire is believed to have been caused by an electrical short circuit, likely stemming from a phone charger left plugged in overnight. The blaze spread rapidly through the store’s contents, feeding on the flammable materials inside.
Community Spirit in Action
In a remarkable show of civic solidarity, young residents from the neighborhood sprang into action before emergency services arrived. Using buckets of water and basic tools, they managed to contain the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent buildings, potentially averting a much larger catastrophe.
Their quick response allowed civil protection teams to fully extinguish the blaze upon arrival and secure the area.
No Casualties, but Heavy Damage
Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported. However, the fire caused extensive material damage, including the destruction of the storefront and several displayed items.
Official Investigation Underway
Local authorities, under the supervision of the public prosecutor’s office, have launched an official investigation into the cause of the fire, with initial findings pointing to a lack of basic electrical safety measures. The incident has reignited calls for stricter enforcement of fire safety standards, especially in shops storing flammable goods.
