Emergency services extinguish shop fire near Station Square pedestrian bridge [Photo/Video]

The fire in the area surrounding the pedestrian bridge at Station Square has been completely extinguished.

The Emergency Management Service informed GPB First Channel that no injuries were reported as a result of the blaze.

As Levan Museliani, a representative of the Emergency Management Service, told journalists, personnel are currently damping down remaining hotspots.

“Mixed-goods shops were on fire on the pedestrian bridge at Station Square. Thanks to the prompt response of firefighters and rescue teams, the fire was contained and subsequently extinguished. Firefighters are currently working to extinguish the remaining embers. We have no reports of any injuries, as no one has come forward to seek medical attention,” Levan Museliani stated.

Regarding the extent of the damage and the total area affected by the blaze, Museliani noted that assessments are currently underway.

The fire started in a shop on the bridge and spread to the surrounding area.