Overview
- The blaze broke out around 11 p.m. on March 18 in the Parque Industrial de Jicamarca in Lurigancho-Chosica, drawing more than ten fire units.
- Firefighters worked through the night, confined the fire by dawn, and conducted cooling and debris removal to prevent reignition.
- Authorities reported no injuries or fatalities, but cited significant material losses and classified the incident as Code 2.
- The fire commander estimated a 3,000 m² site with roughly 50% of stored material lost, while another outlet reported about 1,000 m², highlighting a size discrepancy.
- Inspectors noted missing extinguishers and evacuation signage and found highly flammable materials such as plastics, paints, and technopor, prompting police and municipal inquiries.