Balloon with gunpowder caused a serious accident, thanks to the quick reaction of neighbors and firefighters, a major tragedy was avoided.
The residents of the residential unit La Hortensia 2located behind the Fashion Center in Itagüílived moments of tension after a balloon loaded with gunpowder fell on the ceiling of the community hall of the complex. The device caused a fire that threatened to spread to the common areas of the place.
The fire originated when the element impacted the social room plastic coverwhich ignited in a matter of seconds due to its highly flammable material. The situation generated alarm among neighbors, who feared that the flames would reach nearby apartment towers.
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Citizen reaction prevented a tragedy
In the face of the emergency, several young residents who were near the scene acted as first responders. With the use of co-ownership fire extinguishersbegan work to contain the advance of the fire, while other residents alerted the emergency line.
Minutes later, the Itagüí Fire Department arrived on site to cool the affected structure and completely extinguish the hot spots. Thanks to the quick intervention of first responders and the support of the community, no injuries were reported.
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Emergency balance
Although there were no injuries, the social hall presented significant material damageespecially in the roof and plastic covering. After what happened, the authorities of risk management They reiterated the call to citizens to avoid launching balloons, especially those that contain gunpowder, due to the high danger they represent in Densely populated areas like Itagüí.
