Sara Guglielmetti A frightening morning in Naples following the outbreak of a terrifying fire in an industrial warehouse on Via Brin, in the eastern outskirts of the city. Firefighters were on scene.
A frightening fire erupts in Naples, with an industrial warehouse on fire. Firefighters are on scene.
At dawn this morning, Friday, October 16, 2026, a large fire broke out inside a warehouse on Via Brin in Naples, to be precise at number 28.
A tall column of smoke rose from the blaze, visible from multiple locations across the Campania city. Firefighters were on site to put out the flames, a complex operation: the fire apparently started in the King parking lot and affected a street sweeper parked there, before spreading to a storage unit for Chinese goods.
The cause of the fire is currently unclear ; the Carabinieri are investigating. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
A horrifying fire breaks out in a warehouse in Naples: the city council's instructions.
A large fire broke out this morning in a warehouse on Via Brin in Naples. Firefighters are on site fighting the flames.
The fire has prompted the activation of a Rescue Coordination Center (CCS) in the Prefecture of Naples. The City of Naples announced the following: as a precautionary measure and pending further information and developments, a series of instructions are being issued to residents and workers in the affected area. The following behavior should be followed both indoors and outdoors: avoid spending extended periods in open spaces (including balconies and terraces) until the emergency is over. Avoid observing the cloud, even from a distance, as the winds could cause respiratory irritants; close doors, windows, shutters, fireplaces, vents , and any other openings to the outside; turn off air conditioning, ventilation, or air circulation systems; and avoid hanging clothes and linens out in the open. Regarding food hygiene, it is advisable to wash fruit and vegetables thoroughly with plenty of water before consuming them. If you encounter direct smoke, immediately cover your nose and mouth with a damp cloth and seek shelter indoors. Avoid taking deep breaths. Finally, if you need medical assistance, contact your doctor or the nearest emergency room immediately.