Fire in Portable Toilets Generates Black Smoke on the Esplanade of the Ministries, in Brasília, Less Than 2 km from the Supreme Court. Fire Was Controlled.
A fire of significant proportions struck about ten portable toilets set up on the lawn of the Esplanade of the Ministries, in Brasília, on the morning of this Tuesday (09/09/2025). The fire generated a dense column of black smoke that could be seen from various points in the central region of the federal capital.
The location is less than two kilometers from the Supreme Court, where the trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro was taking place.
According to the Fire Department and the Military Police, the fire was quickly controlled, and there were no reports of injuries.
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Fire in Brasília Raises Concern Near the Supreme Court
The flames began around 11:30 AM in an area near the National Museum, one of the most well-known tourist spots on the Esplanade.
The fire quickly consumed the portable toilets, raising suspicions about the origin of the incident.
The proximity to the Supreme Court generated apprehension, as a high-profile trial was taking place at the same time.
At 12 PM, the Military Police reported that the situation was already under control, and an investigation would be conducted to clarify the circumstances of the fire.
Firefighters Worked to Control the Flames
The Fire Department of Brasília was called immediately after the first signs of smoke.
According to the military, the flames were contained within a few minutes, preventing the fire from spreading to other areas. The department also confirmed that there were no injuries during the incident.
According to witnesses, the intensity of the smoke drew the attention of passersby, causing some moments of panic.
However, security agents were able to quickly isolate the area, ensuring that traffic in the region was not compromised.
Portable Toilets Destroyed by the Fire
The fire completely destroyed about ten portable toilets that were set up on the lawn. So far, there is no information on who was responsible for the installation of the structures.
The material loss was considered significant, and images captured at the scene show the dense smoke contrasting with the buildings of the Esplanade.
Authorities emphasize that only the investigation will clarify whether the fire was caused by a technical failure, short circuit, intentional act, or another reason.
Investigation Seeks to Clarify the Causes of the Fire in Brasília
After the flames were controlled, Police Military teams reported that an investigation would be conducted to determine the causes of the fire.
This process is crucial, as incidents of this nature in areas of high public circulation raise questions about safety and possible criminal acts.
The proximity of the fire to the Supreme Court on a day marked by a high-profile national trial further reinforced the need for a detailed investigation.
As of the closing of this report, there were no official indications of political or criminal motivation, but the possibility was not ruled out by the authorities.
Enhanced Security at the Esplanade of the Ministries
In light of the incident, security in the region of the Esplanade has been increased. In addition to the Military Police and the Fire Department, agents responsible for institutional protection closely accompanied the occurrence.
The swift action of the security forces prevented the fire from escalating into a more serious situation.

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