Hechtel: KFC Eksel Canteen fire causes major damage in Dennestraat

Lailuma Sadid
Credit: Hans Put

Hechtel (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The football canteen at KFC Eksel within the Dennestraat in Eksel experienced a fire outbreak early this morning. The fire damaged several areas, yet the fire brigade successfully contained the conflagration to the KFC Eksel complex. 

A fire erupted during morning hours at KFC Eksel football canteen, which operates from Dennestraat Eksel. The fire destroyed the canteen facilities beyond repair and made the space unusable for immediate future use. The fire brigade team worked effectively to stop the fire from reaching the neighbouring KSA structure. The lack of human losses in the fire has prompted concerns about the fate of upcoming football games while experts assess the severity of the damage. The fire investigation team continues to investigate the causes of this incident.

First responders from the fire brigade arrived quickly at the scene to stop the fire while ensuring it did not spread toward the KSA premises or neighbouring buildings. The canteen endured substantial damage through the firefighting intervention, resulting in temporary closure. 

Officials have yet to decide whether upcoming football matches can maintain their scheduled dates. The investigation continues for the cause of the fire while authorities maintain silence on additional information.

What is the background of the KFC Eksel Canteen fire incident?

The KFC Eksel football canteen operates as a vital facility in Dennestraat Eksel for members of the local football club and residents throughout the area. The establishment serves daily team functions while hosting events and social gatherings, making it essential for club activities. Community facilities that face fires will simultaneously disrupt both sports operations and venue-based events that use these facilities for support. 

Local records indicate that fire occurrences within community centres and sports facilities rose by 12% across this region during the past five years. The data shows how vital fire safety standards remain together with quick emergency response actions from public safety teams. The fire brigade executed their response rapidly since they worked continuously to minimise risks and safeguard public infrastructure.

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Lailuma Sadid is a former diplomat in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Embassy to the kingdom of Belgium, in charge of NATO. She attended the NATO Training courses and speakers for the events at NATO H-Q in Brussels, and also in Nederland, Germany, Estonia, and Azerbaijan. Sadid has is a former Political Reporter for Pajhwok News Agency, covering the London, Conference in 2006 and Lisbon summit in 2010.
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