LatviaPublished: 17 July 2026 at 20:36

Scrap Metal Pile Fire in Vecmīlgrāvis; Firefighters on Scene

The State Fire and Rescue Service responded to a call on Meldru Street in Vecmīlgrāvis on Friday evening, where a scrap metal pile had caught fire.

The State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) responded to an emergency call on Meldru Street in Vecmīlgrāvis, Rīga, on Friday evening. According to the service, the call was received at 19:10, reporting that a scrap metal pile had ignited at the address. Firefighters are currently working at the scene. No further details regarding the extent of the fire, possible causes, or casualties have been released yet. The service continues operations at the site.

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