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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How can the community get involved in supporting residents affected by the recent fire in Frogner?
**Interview with Gabriel Langfeldt, Operations Manager at the Oslo Police District**
**Q: Thank you for joining us today, Gabriel. Can you give us a brief overview of the incident that took place in the Frogner neighborhood?**
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Certainly. We responded to a fire that began in a bathroom on the third floor of an apartment building dating back to 1890. Unfortunately, the fire spread to the roof structure and walls, leading to significant damage. In addition, a water pipe burst, which caused a leak that made three apartments uninhabitable.
**Q: That sounds very serious. What can you tell us about the response from emergency services?**
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Our firefighting teams were on the scene and worked quickly to extinguish the fire, which was brought under control about an hour after we received the initial report. We are now in the post-extinguishing phase, focusing on salvaging valuables and addressing secondary damage from the water.
**Q: Were there any injuries reported in relation to the fire?**
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Thankfully, no one was seriously injured. All residents were evacuated safely, but three individuals sustained minor injuries and were assessed by paramedics at the scene.
**Q: Given that this building is over a century old, did its age complicate the firefighting efforts?**
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Yes, the age of the building introduced complexities due to various cavities that allowed the fire to spread more easily. This made it challenging for firefighters to locate and control the fire effectively.
**Q: How are the residents affected by this incident being supported?**
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** We are coordinating with local services to support those displaced by the fire and the water damage. It’s crucial to ensure they have the resources they need during this difficult time.
**Q: Thank you, Gabriel. As a final question, the community is likely concerned about the safety of older buildings. Do you think more stringent fire regulations are necessary to protect residents in similar establishments?**
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**Reader Debate Question:** With numerous older buildings around our cities, do you believe it’s time for stricter fire safety regulations for these structures to prevent future incidents like the recent fire in Frogner? What balance should we strike between preserving historical architecture and ensuring modern safety standards?
