Saalfelden: Dramatic rescue from a burning house - couple in need!

Saalfelden: Dramatic rescue from a burning house - couple in need!

Leogang, Österreich - in Leogang, a dramatic fire broke out at around 9:20 p.m. on December 12, 2024 when a 79-year-old man and his 74-year-old wife were sitting in the living room. Suddenly the electricity failed and the man was alerted from the basement by dense smoke. He reacted quickly, left the burning building and alerted the fire brigade, such as 5min.at reported.

The Leogang volunteer fire brigade quickly moved and set in a ladder to bring the woman to safety over the balcony before starting the extinguishing work. Due to the suspicion of flue gas poisoning, both were first cared for by the Red Cross rescue workers and taken to the Zell am See Hospital. The fire brigade fought against the flames that had broken out in the basement until around 11:30 p.m. and the exact cause of the fire continues to be determined, such as Salzburg24

fire stove and rescue action

As the fire brigade confirmed, the fire started in a sauna in the basement of the house. While the husband was able to save himself, the fire brigade's rapid action was crucial for the survival of the 74-year-old woman. Fortunately, both were not injured, but the shock is noticeable in this difficult situation. The exact damage and the cause of the fire are still unclear, the investigation is in full swing.