Upon arrival, firefighters observed a large plume of smoke, indicating that the fire was fully developed.

Damage assessments revealed that only one of the four greenhouses was affected, while the surrounding vegetation suffered minor damage.

Fortunately, the other three greenhouses, including 'La Veille Orangerie' and a greenhouse housing boilers, were not affected by flames, allowing gardening teams to resume work.

Lorenzino indicated that once the police and judicial authorities grant permission, the remaining structure of the destroyed greenhouse will likely need to be demolished.

The extent of the damage to the greenhouses is still being assessed in coordination with site officials.

On the evening of May 19, 2025, a significant fire broke out in the communal greenhouses at Josaphat Park in Schaerbeek, Brussels, resulting in substantial damage but fortunately no reported injuries.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and no injuries were reported during the incident.

Police and public transport services responded to the scene, establishing a security perimeter and implementing traffic diversions to facilitate emergency vehicle access.

A large-scale emergency response was mobilized, including two fire engines, two aerial ladders, two water tankers, a command vehicle, and medical units, alongside police and public transport services to manage the area.

Firefighters were alerted shortly after 7:00 PM and managed to contain and extinguish the fire by approximately 7:40 PM, establishing a safety perimeter with law enforcement.

Overall, the incident highlights the rapid response of emergency services and the ongoing investigation into the cause of the fire.

Deborah Lorenzino, the local official responsible for public cleanliness and green spaces, reported that the municipal greenhouse was 'totally destroyed'.