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 of Oslo Police District**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Gabriel. Can you walk us through what happened in the apartment building in Frogner?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Certainly. The fire started in the bathroom of a third-floor apartment, which then spread to the roof structure and the walls. Unfortunately, a water pipe also burst during the incident, leading to significant water damage.
**Interviewer:** That sounds quite serious. How many apartments were affected?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Currently, we have confirmed that three apartments will become uninhabitable due to the fire and the resulting water damage. The fire was put out about an hour after we were first alerted.
**Interviewer:** Were there any injuries among the residents?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** All residents were evacuated safely. Three individuals were slightly injured but were treated on-site by ambulance staff. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries reported.
**Interviewer:** Given that the building dates back to 1890, did that affect how the fire was managed?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Yes, absolutely. The age of the building means it has many structural cavities, which can complicate firefighting efforts. The fire brigade worked diligently to ensure the fire didn’t spread to other areas, even after it was extinguished.
**Interviewer:** What’s the current status of the investigation, and how is the community being supported?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** The police are opening a case related to the fire, and we’re currently focused on salvaging valuables and limiting further damage. Community support services are also mobilizing to assist the displaced residents as they navigate this difficult situation.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for the update, Gabriel. One last question—considering this incident, what do you think can be done to improve fire safety in older buildings like this one?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** That’s a critical question. It may be beneficial to enhance fire safety regulations, particularly for older buildings, to ensure they are equipped with modern fire prevention systems and that residents are educated on safety protocols.
**Interviewer:** To our readers, what do you think? Should there be stricter regulations for older buildings to enhance fire safety? How can communities better prepare for such emergencies? Share your thoughts and let’s discuss!
