Injured in a major fire in a building on Mariemontkaai in Molenbeek

A severe fire broke out in a building on Mariemontkaai in Molenbeek, resulting in one person suffering serious smoke inhalation. The building's stability is at risk, according to the Brussels fire department. The fire started in a structure housing storage, offices, and a banquet hall, and was fully ablaze by the time firefighters arrived around 3:40 AM. Firefighters evacuated a man from the second floor using a ladder truck. Efforts to extinguish the fire continue with multiple fire vehicles and a water cannon deployed. The Brussels-West police have established a safety perimeter around the site.