Minor fire risk detected at Kesla's Joensuu factory
A small fire risk was detected at Kesla's Joensuu factory on the evening of March 23, 2026. Firefighters quickly contained the situation, which originated in a roof penetration area, preventing significant damage.
Kesla Oyj detected a minor fire risk at its Joensuu factory on the evening of March 23, 2026, at approximately 22:15. Rescue authorities arrived promptly and located the origin of the fire within a roof penetration area of the industrial hall. Firefighters opened the roof structure around the affected point and extinguished the smouldering fire with water.
The damage to the roof structure was successfully contained, and the risk of a major fire was averted. Production at the factory resumed normally on the morning of March 24. As follow-up actions, rescue authorities will conduct a routine investigation into the cause of the fire, and Kesla will proceed with necessary repairs and modifications to the building.
Kesla Oyj expressed gratitude to the authorities for their swift response. The company has not provided further details regarding the extent of any production impact or repair costs.