Brand in the district administration Weiz: cleaning staff intact
Brand in the district administration Weiz: cleaning staff intact
On Friday evening, November 29, 2024, a fire broke out in the district administration of Weiz, which required a quick reaction from the fire brigade. The fire alarm system, which alerted the emergency services, was activated at 7:20 p.m. The Weiz volunteer fire brigade moved out with around 30 firefighters who were quickly on site and quickly brought the fire on the ground floor under control.
Fortunately, the two cleaning staff who were in the building at the time of the fire were not injured. They were able to leave the building in good time and were then cared for by the Red Cross. The incident shows how important functioning fire alarm systems are because they can save lives.Investigations into the cause of the fire
In the coming days, fire investigators will examine the situation more closely to clarify the cause of the fire. The first indications indicate that the fire may have broken out in the kitchen. At the moment, no precise information on the damage caused is available.
The incident occurs in a building that plays a central role in the administration of the Weiz district, and therefore caused particular a sensation. Details on the exact amount of damage have not yet been known, but a comprehensive report is expected after the investigation has been completed. Follow the latest developments on this reporting, as on www.5min.at reports .