Blaze of the Expedition Warehouse in Cakung Leaves 70 Damcar Personnel Injured
A devastating fire at an expedition warehouse in Cakung, South Jakarta, has left 70 personnel from the Disaster Management Agency (Damkar) injured and several facilities destroyed. The blaze occurred on Tuesday afternoon, forcing the agency to scramble for emergency response measures.
Eyewitnesses reported that the warehouse was filled with flammable materials, including propane cylinders and other hazardous goods. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, but officials suspect it may have been triggered by a leak or explosion.
The Damkar personnel, who were on site for a training exercise, were rushed to nearby hospitals after suffering severe burns and injuries. The agency's spokesperson confirmed that several personnel are in critical condition, with some requiring extensive treatment.
"It was like a nightmare come true," said one of the injured personnel, who wished to remain anonymous. "I was just doing my job when suddenly the warehouse erupted into flames. I barely escaped with my life."
The fire department was quick to respond, but not before the blaze had spread extensively throughout the facility. The agency's facilities and equipment were severely damaged, leaving it unclear how they will recover from this disaster.
The incident has raised concerns about workplace safety and emergency preparedness in Indonesia. "This tragedy highlights the need for improved safety protocols and training measures," said an official from the Ministry of Labor.
As investigations into the cause of the fire continue, officials are urging caution when handling hazardous materials and emphasizing the importance of strict adherence to safety guidelines.
A devastating fire at an expedition warehouse in Cakung, South Jakarta, has left 70 personnel from the Disaster Management Agency (Damkar) injured and several facilities destroyed. The blaze occurred on Tuesday afternoon, forcing the agency to scramble for emergency response measures.
Eyewitnesses reported that the warehouse was filled with flammable materials, including propane cylinders and other hazardous goods. The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, but officials suspect it may have been triggered by a leak or explosion.
The Damkar personnel, who were on site for a training exercise, were rushed to nearby hospitals after suffering severe burns and injuries. The agency's spokesperson confirmed that several personnel are in critical condition, with some requiring extensive treatment.
"It was like a nightmare come true," said one of the injured personnel, who wished to remain anonymous. "I was just doing my job when suddenly the warehouse erupted into flames. I barely escaped with my life."
The fire department was quick to respond, but not before the blaze had spread extensively throughout the facility. The agency's facilities and equipment were severely damaged, leaving it unclear how they will recover from this disaster.
The incident has raised concerns about workplace safety and emergency preparedness in Indonesia. "This tragedy highlights the need for improved safety protocols and training measures," said an official from the Ministry of Labor.
As investigations into the cause of the fire continue, officials are urging caution when handling hazardous materials and emphasizing the importance of strict adherence to safety guidelines.