The fire started in a bathroom in an apartment on the third floor of the block of flats, says operations manager Gabriel Langfeldt in the police log. The fire spread further to the roof structure and the walls inside the bathroom.
In addition, a water pipe burst in connection with the incident, which caused a water leak.
– So far we are talking about three apartments that will become uninhabitable due to the water leak from the apartment where the fire broke out, writes the Oslo police district.
The 110 central office in Oslo confirms that there are three apartments that have been completely damaged. About an hour after the police first reported the fire, the fire control center confirms that it has been extinguished.
Driver post-shutdown
– We are now in the post-extinguishing phase, where we work, among other things, to salvage valuables and to limit secondary damage as a result of water, writes the 110 center on X.
The block of flats in question dates from 1890, which means that there are many cavities in the building. This made it more complex for the fire service to gain control of where the fire actually was.
The fire brigade remains on the scene for quite some time, even if the fire is extinguished, to make sure that it does not spread to other places.
No one seriously injured
All the residents of the apartment building were evacuated as a result of the fire.
A total of three people were considered to be slightly injured, according to the police, and these were examined by the ambulance at the scene. The police are opening a case.
In connection with the efforts of the emergency services, the intersection of Erling Skjalgssons gate and Elisenbergveien was closed.
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**Interview with Gabriel Langfeldt, Operations Manager**
**Interviewer:** Gabriel, thank you for joining us today. Can you provide more details about the fire that broke out in the apartment building?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Of course. The fire initiated in a bathroom on the third floor and rapidly spread to the roof and surrounding walls. It was contained relatively quickly, but not before causing significant damage.
**Interviewer:** We understand that a water pipe burst as a result of the fire. How has this affected the residents?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Unfortunately, the water leak has rendered three apartments uninhabitable. The combination of fire and water damage has left these residents in a very difficult situation.
**Interviewer:** It sounds challenging, especially for a building that dates back to 1890. Did the age of the structure complicate firefighting efforts?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Yes, indeed. Older buildings often have many cavities that can trap fire, making it harder for our teams to locate the source of the flames. We had to proceed carefully to ensure the fire was fully extinguished.
**Interviewer:** Fortunately, there were no serious injuries. How did the evacuation process go for the residents?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** All residents were successfully evacuated, which is a relief. Three individuals sustained minor injuries, but they received immediate medical attention at the scene.
**Interviewer:** With the police opening a case regarding the incident, what do you anticipate will happen next?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** The investigation will help clarify the cause of the fire and assess any potential negligence. This is crucial for preventing similar incidents in the future.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing this information, Gabriel. Now, we want to hear from our readers: what measures do you think apartment buildings should take to prevent such devastating fires, especially in older structures? Could stricter regulations help reduce these risks, or are they too burdensome? Join the conversation!
