Large fire brigade in Hermagor: Fast reaction saves life

Von WOM

in Hermagor-Presseggersee, Hermagor district, occurred on November 18, 2024, a fire in a family home. It was around 11:30 a.m. when the 54-year-old resident stayed in the living room with her dog. Suddenly the dog noticed that something was wrong and started barking hard to raise the alarm.

Because of the dog's loud barking, the woman became aware and went outside. There she saw that heavy smoke swaths from a basement window. This moment of terror caused her to immediately inform the fire brigade, which could arrive quickly and extinguish the fire.

emergency services on site

Several firefighters were used in the operation. In addition to the police, the fire brigade Tröpolach, the Rattendorf fire brigade and the Hermagor fire brigade were available. A total of around 50 emergency services had been mobilized to control the situation.

Fortunately, there were no injuries in this incident, but the damage caused by property is considerable. The exact cause of the fire has so far been unknown, so it has been initiated. The rapid reaction of the fire brigade and the dog's attention prevented worse.

For more information about the events in Hermagor, This report by www.fireworld.at to be consulted.