A large fire
A serious fire has hit an external area of a factory located in the municipality of Umbertide, precisely in the Pian D'Assino area. The flames, fueled by plastic material, have generated a column of dense black smoke, visible even from kilometers away. This phenomenon has caused concern among the residents of the town of Umbertide and in the surrounding areas, who have witnessed an event of this magnitude with anxiety and fear.
Intervention of the firefighters
To deal with the emergency, the firefighters from the Perugia power plant promptly intervened, supported by the detachments from Città di Castello and Gubbio. The extinguishing operation required a considerable deployment of forces and resources, given the gravity of the situation. The firefighters worked tirelessly to tame the flames and limit the damage, while the thick smoke continued to rise into the sky, creating an atmosphere of alert.
Environmental impact assessment
The Municipality of Umbertide has communicated that, due to the seriousness of the accident, technicians from Arpa Umbria were also sent to the site. These experts were tasked with assessing the environmental impact of the fire, monitoring air quality and the presence of toxic substances. In addition, representatives of the municipal administration, the local police and staff from the USL were also involved, to carry out health checks and adopt prevention measures necessary to protect public health.