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.
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– 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 of the Oslo Fire Department**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Gabriel. Can you walk us through what happened in the apartment fire yesterday?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Certainly. The fire started in a bathroom on the third floor of the apartment building. It quickly spread to the roof structure and the walls within that area. Unfortunately, during the incident, a water pipe burst, leading to significant water damage.
**Interviewer:** How has this incident affected the residents of the building?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** As a result of the fire and subsequent water leak, three apartments are deemed uninhabitable. The local police have confirmed that these apartments have sustained extensive damage. Fortunately, all residents were evacuated safely.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned the challenges posed by the building’s age. Can you elaborate on that?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Absolutely. The building dates back to 1890, which means it has many hidden cavities. This made it more complicated for us to locate the fire and fully extinguish it. We had to be very cautious to ensure the fire didn’t spread further.
**Interviewer:** Were there any injuries reported during the evacuation?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Yes, three people reported minor injuries and were evaluated by the ambulance team at the scene. Thankfully, no serious injuries occurred.
**Interviewer:** What steps are being taken now that the fire has been extinguished?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** We are currently in the post-extinguishing phase, focusing on salvaging any valuables and limiting secondary damage from the water leak. Our team will remain on-site for some time to ensure that the situation is completely under control.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what will happen to the residents of the affected apartments?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** The residents will need to find alternative accommodations until the apartments can be repaired. The police are opening an investigation into the fire to determine the exact cause.
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**Debate Question for Readers:**
Given that three apartments are now uninhabitable due to this incident, what responsibilities do landlords and property owners have in ensuring the safety and preparedness of older buildings against such fires? Should there be stricter regulations in place for older buildings to prevent these types of disasters?