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Fire at warehouse in Brussels suburb brought under control - VRT

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Posted on June 6, 2026

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· Last updated: June 6, 2026

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Brussels Warehouse Fire in Anderlecht Suburb Brought Under Control

Incident Overview and Response

BRUSSELS, June 6 (Reuters) - A fire that broke out early on Saturday at a warehouse in the Brussels suburb of Anderlecht has been brought under control, Belgian public broadcaster VRT reported, citing Brussels fire brigade spokesperson Walter Derieuw.

Unclear Cause of the Fire

The cause of the blaze was not immediately clear. Smoke continued to linger over the area as police wearing gas masks cordoned off the warehouse and surrounding streets.

Evacuation and Safety Measures

A Reuters reporter saw some residents being evacuated.

Advice for Residents

Derieuw said residents were still being advised to keep windows and doors closed because of the smoke.

(Reporting by Marta Fiorin, writing by Amina Ismail, Editing by Louise Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • The fire originated in a warehouse roof in Anderlecht around dawn and has since been contained, with no confirmed cause yet reported (bruzz.be).
  • Authorities—including the fire brigade and police—visited the scene; residents were evacuated and remain advised to keep their homes sealed due to lingering smoke (reddit.com).
  • A BE‑Alert message was issued, instructing locals to close windows and doors and shut off ventilation systems to limit smoke exposure (bruzz.be)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the fire occur?
The fire broke out at a warehouse in the Brussels suburb of Anderlecht.
Is the fire under control?
Yes, the fire has been brought under control according to Belgian broadcaster VRT.
Were residents affected by the fire?
Yes, some residents were evacuated, and others were advised to keep windows and doors closed.
What is the cause of the fire?
The cause of the blaze was not immediately clear.
Which organizations responded to the incident?
The Brussels fire brigade and local police responded to the incident.

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