**Firefighters Rescue Homeless Woman from Blaze in Lomas de la Presa**
Firefighters in Tijuana recently pulled a young woman, approximately 25 years old, to safety after she sustained second-degree burns in a fire in Lomas de la Presa. The woman, who was experiencing homelessness, apparently started a fire to shield herself from the cold, but it quickly spread out of control. Firefighters managed to extinguish the flames, which had engulfed a pile of debris. The woman was subsequently taken to the General Hospital of Tijuana and is in stable condition.
In other incidents, Tijuana Fire Department responded to a blaze at a sawdust collector in a factory in the Industrial Pacífico area. The fire was successfully controlled without any reported injuries or significant structural damage to the business. Additionally, an explosion, likely due to a gas buildup, occurred in a home in Rinconada de Otay. Despite the damage to the house’s first floor, no injuries were reported.
Over the past 24 hours, the Tijuana Fire Department has handled 53 emergency calls.
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**Additional Current News: Tijuana Responds to Recent Surge in Emergencies**
Tijuana’s emergency services have had a busy period, responding to a series of urgent incidents. The city’s Fire Department not only dealt with the recent fire in Lomas de la Presa but also tackled several other critical situations. This includes multiple fire-control efforts in various parts of the city, indicating a rise in both residential and industrial fire cases.
Authorities emphasize the importance of safety measures to prevent such incidents, especially during colder months when individuals might use improvised heating methods. Local campaigns are being initiated to educate the public on fire safety and proper use of heaters and other warming devices.
Meanwhile, the community is drawing attention to the plight of those without secure housing, stressing the need for additional shelters and resources to support vulnerable populations, particularly during adverse weather conditions. The local government is reviewing resources to enhance firefighting capabilities and ensure rapid response times, aiming to minimize casualties and damage in future emergencies.