Fire in the winter garden: Grave candle triggers deployment of several fire departments
A fire in the Köttmannsdorf winter garden was caused by a burning grave candle. Several fire departments were able to quickly extinguish the fire. Read more about the incident.

Fire in the winter garden: Grave candle triggers deployment of several fire departments
A fire occurred in Köttmannsdorf, which was caused by a burning grave candle. The incident took place in the winter garden of a house and led to several fire departments being alerted. They quickly arrived on site to put out the fire and prevent further damage. Due to the timely response of the emergency services, the fire was quickly brought under control.
The situation highlights the importance of being careful when dealing with open flames, particularly in residential areas. Grave lights, which are often placed in memory of the deceased, pose the risk of causing fires if handled improperly. In this incident in Köttmannsdorf, prior awareness of the dangers of open flames was crucial.
Details about the incident
The fire was reported via the emergency call and the fire department was able to intervene in a very short time. Thanks to the quick measures, the fire was extinguished within a short time. Fortunately, no injuries or major damage to property were reported.
Emergency services emphasize that preventing fires is a shared responsibility. It is advisable to take appropriate safety precautions when setting up grave lights to prevent fires. These types of incidents are a cause for concern and the fire service is calling for increased caution, especially in winter when many people light candles.
For more information about this incident and the associated security measures, the report can be found at daili.at be consulted.