A completely burnt-out vehicle was discovered on Tuesday in María Lasso Street, located in the Altavista neighbourhood of the capital. The Lanzarote Security and Emergencies Consortium reported that the fire was detected at approximately 14:22, when the Coordinating Centre for Emergencies and Security (CECOES) alerted the fire brigade.
Upon arrival, emergency services confirmed that the car was engulfed in flames, with no chance of recovery. The operation also involved National Police and Local Police officers, who secured the area to ensure the safety of pedestrians and traffic.
The firefighters extinguished the fire using water, managing to control the situation within minutes. The operation concluded at 14:40, with no injuries reported and no damage to nearby properties.
The incident drew considerable attention from local residents due to the scale of the flames and the thick plume of smoke visible from various points in the neighbourhood.
