Fire Damages SanCor Dairy Plant in Argentina; No Injuries Reported

A significant fire erupted at the SanCor dairy plant in Sunchales, located in Argentina's Santa Fe province, causing damage to a key facility. The blaze occurred Sunday night, requiring several hours of intense work from firefighters to bring under control.

The affected area was a warehouse containing the company's maintenance workshop, laboratories, and technical offices. While the fire was substantial, police and company spokespeople confirmed that there were no victims or injuries. Smoke spread to adjacent buildings, necessitating efforts to prevent further escalation.

Firefighters from Sunchales and the nearby town of Humberto Primo responded to the emergency, which began around 8:30 PM. The origin of the fire is currently under investigation, though an initial assessment suggested a possible short circuit. The magnitude of the material damage will also be determined by official investigators.

This incident occurs as SanCor, once a leading dairy producer in Argentina and Latin America, is undergoing bankruptcy proceedings. The company has a substantial debt of approximately $120 million, encompassing back wages, taxes, commercial debts, and union contributions. Despite the bankruptcy, the Sunchales plant, like others, continues to operate under court supervision as interested economic groups explore potential acquisitions.

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Apparently it was a short circuit issue.