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. That made it more complex for the fire service to get 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 at the Oslo Police District**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Gabriel. Can you tell us more about the initial response to the fire in the apartment block?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Absolutely. The fire started in a bathroom on the third floor and quickly spread to the roof structure and the internal walls. Our team was on the scene rapidly, and we managed to evacuate all residents safely.
**Interviewer:** It’s fortunate that no one faced serious injuries. Can you elaborate on the damage caused by the water leak in connection with the fire?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Yes, the water leak was significant due to a burst water pipe. This has resulted in three apartments being deemed uninhabitable. We are currently focused on the post-extinguishing phase, working to salvage valuables while minimizing further water damage.
**Interviewer:** The age of the building seems to have made firefighting efforts more challenging. What impact did the 1890s construction have on the situation?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** The older construction means there are many cavities, which complicated our ability to locate and control the fire. Such designs can allow fires to spread more unexpectedly, so it required a lot of coordination and care from our fire service.
**Interviewer:** With the rise of urban living, how do you think cities should address fire safety in historical buildings like this?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** That’s a great question. As urban populations grow, maintaining and upgrading fire safety in older buildings is crucial. This includes clearer evacuation plans, better alarm systems, and perhaps even retrofitting older structures to meet modern safety standards.
**Interviewer:** with three apartments now uninhabitable, what support is available to the affected residents?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** We are coordinating with local social services to provide assistance to those residents who have been displaced. Our priority is ensuring that they find temporary accommodations and any immediate needs are met.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Gabriel. As a final thought, do you think authorities should enforce stricter regulations for the maintenance and safety of older buildings? This could spark debate among readers, especially regarding the balance between preserving historical architecture and ensuring modern safety standards.
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** It’s a fine balance, and I encourage readers to consider both aspects when forming opinions about building regulations. Thank you!