Fire in a holiday apartment: a blessing in disguise thanks to quick intervention!

Fire in a holiday apartment: a blessing in disguise thanks to quick intervention!

In idyllic Ellmau, Tyrol, a fire broke out in a holiday apartment yesterday afternoon. At around 3:30 p.m., the homeowner discovered smoke coming from his apartment. He reacted with presence of mind, called the fire department and was able to locate and contain the source of the fire with a fire extinguisher. Nevertheless, the Ellmau volunteer fire department arrived with 25 emergency services to carry out the extinguishing work and ventilate the building, as the Tyrol police confirmed on Thursday evening. Fortunately, no one was injured, but there was significant damage to the kitchen and the rest of the apartment. Initial investigations show that the fire may have been caused by a defect in the electrical appliances in the kitchenette, officials said.

The importance of fire extinguishers

Fires can quickly occur due to careless handling, be it from burning fat, overturned candles or defective appliances. It is therefore essential to have a fire extinguisher on hand so that you can react quickly in an emergency. How NDR reported, there are different fire extinguishers that are suitable for different fire classes, such as solid substances (class A), liquid substances (class B) or even special grease fire extinguishers (class F) for kitchens. Proper selection and use are crucial. The fire extinguisher should always be kept within easy reach, especially near cooking areas.

To avoid fires, it is important to follow basic safety rules: never let an open flame out of your sight, store flammable objects safely and repair defective electrical devices immediately. Fire extinguishers should be serviced regularly to ensure their functionality in an emergency. They are available in hardware stores and specialist shops, where they will be happy to advise you on which type of extinguisher is best suited to your individual needs, he explains Report on 5min.at. Protect yourself and your family – don’t hesitate to take the right safety precautions!