Overview
- The blaze, which broke out Sunday near the Europe Bridge at the Grimaldi terminal, started in container-tractor trucks that tow freight trailers.
- Barcelona firefighters sent about 10 units, including three tankers, to contain the fire.
- City and port officials reported no injuries and said no hazardous substances were involved.
- The port activated its internal emergency plan, shifted a Grimaldi vessel from the berth, and used a boat to fight the flames from the water.
- The cause is under investigation, and some reports said several nearby cargo containers were also affected.