Fire Erupts on Lithuanian Foreign Ministry Roof

A fire broke out on the roof of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Vilnius on Thursday morning, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Flames were observed emerging from a ventilation opening on the building's roof, according to an official from the Fire and Rescue Department's Situation Coordination Division.

Firefighters were dispatched to the scene with multiple fire engines, an aerial ladder, and a command vehicle. The alarm system activated, leading to the evacuation of people from the building. The fire was subsequently localized and reported as extinguished shortly after the initial notification at 7:26 AM.

While the fire was quickly brought under control, the cause is under investigation. Initial suspicions point to a possible malfunction in the ventilation shaft, potentially involving an engine or electrical wiring. Further details regarding the extent of the damage and the precise cause are expected as the investigation proceeds.