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, Oslo Police District**
**Interviewer:** Gabriel, thank you for joining us today. Can you describe the initial response from the emergency services when the fire broke out in the apartment building?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Certainly. When we received the call about the fire in the third-floor bathroom, our team acted swiftly. The fire spread rapidly to the roof and the surrounding walls, which complicated our response. We’re grateful to report that the fire has been extinguished, but we remain on-site to prevent any further damage.
**Interviewer:** With significant damage reported in three apartments due to both fire and water, how do you assess the impact on residents?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** The situation is unfortunate, to say the least. The water leak from the fire-affected apartment has rendered three units uninhabitable. Fortunately, all residents were evacuated safely, and only three individuals sustained minor injuries. Our priority is now to assist affected residents and help them find temporary accommodations.
**Interviewer:** Given that the building dates back to 1890, how did the structural design affect your firefighting efforts?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Older buildings like this one have many cavities, which can allow a fire to spread more easily and can hinder our ability to locate the source of the fire. This added complexity meant our teams had to be thoroughly diligent, checking multiple areas to ensure we had full control of the situation.
**Interviewer:** The community is often concerned about fire safety in older structures. Do you think this incident raises important questions about safety regulations for such buildings?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Absolutely. Each incident serves as a reminder of the need for continual review and enhancement of fire safety regulations, particularly for older buildings. We encourage discussions around what more can be done to keep communities safe from similar events in the future.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Gabriel, for your insights. To our readers, what do you think should be prioritized when it comes to fire safety in older buildings? Is it time for stricter regulations, or should the focus be on community awareness and preparedness? Join the conversation and share your thoughts!
