Brimen candle causes fire in Karlsruhe: 250,000 euros damage!

Brimen candle causes fire in Karlsruhe: 250,000 euros damage!

On the night of Friday, a devastating housing fire broke out in Karlsruhe, which was triggered by a burning candle. According to the 80-year-old resident of the apartment on the fourth floor in Wichernstrasse, she lit the candle, but the exact circumstances as the fire broke out are still unclear. The fire led to five injuries who had to be taken to the hospital due to flue gas poisoning. The estimated property damage is around 250,000 euros, and the apartment is no longer habitable after the fire. Fortunately, other residential units remained intact. In the rapid reaction of the fire brigade, the fire could be brought under control until around 5:30 a.m. after residents noticed the smoke and the fire brigade alerted, such as news.de reported.

campsite becomes an emergency shot warehouse

The Karlsruhe fire department immediately set up an assignment to combat the flames and bring the endangered residents to safety. Five people, including the senior citizen, received extensive medical care. This dramatic scene reflects the need for a quick alarm, which was made possible by the vigorous actions of the neighbors. The investigation into suspected negligent arson is to find out to what extent the cause of the fire can be clarified, such as Stern.de reported.

The tragic event impressively shows the dangers of open flames and their potential consequences in living areas, which are often underestimated. The fast reactions of the rescue workers and the attention of the residents may have prevented worse things.