Apartment Fire in Cluj-Napoca: Residents Evacuated

Fire Breaks Out in Cluj-Napoca Apartment Building A fire broke out this afternoon in an apartment building located in the Mărăști neighborhood of Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The incident, reported around 3 PM local time, prompted a swift response from emergency services. Fire trucks quickly arrived on the scene, and firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze. While the extent of the damage and whether there were any injuries are still being assessed, the event caused significant alarm among residents and onlookers. "I was walking by when I saw the smoke," said one eyewitness who preferred to remain anonymous. "It was quite frightening. People were gathered outside, clearly worried." The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Authorities are working to determine the source of the ignition and the full extent of the damage. Further updates will be provided as they become available. The rapid response of the firefighters helped to contain the situation. While the incident was alarming, the quick action of emergency services likely prevented more serious consequences.