Belem, Brazil is bracing for the upcoming COP30 climate summit, but preparations hit a snag Thursday with a fire breaking out at a pavilion linked to the event, triggering a full evacuation of the area. The blaze, which began around 2:00 PM local time, prompted an immediate response from Brazilian fire services and raised questions about safety protocols ahead of the November 20-22 conference, expected to draw over 50,000 attendees from nearly 200 nations [[3]]. organizers have ordered a thorough inspection of the “Blue Zone” were the incident occurred.
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A fire broke out at a pavilion associated with preparations for the COP30 climate summit in Brazil, prompting the evacuation of all delegates. The incident raises concerns about logistical readiness as the major international conference approaches.
“The Host Country Fire Chief has ordered the evacuation of the entire site,” a statement from the UNFCCC announced on Thursday, November 20.
Brazilian fire services are currently on the scene and are conducting a thorough safety inspection of the “Blue Zone,” the designated location for COP30 proceedings.
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According to the announcement, the fire department is expected to provide an update on the situation at 4:00 PM local time.
The fire reportedly began around 2:00 PM local time, with flames visible and causing a scramble among delegates.
“There is a fire in Zone B. Please evacuate the area immediately,” organizers with the UNFCCC urged.
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