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 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 Fire Operations Manager Gabriel Langfeldt**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Gabriel. Can you provide a brief overview of what occurred in the apartment building in Frogner?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Certainly. The fire originated in a third-floor bathroom and spread to the roof structure and interior walls. In addition to the fire, a water pipe burst, resulting in a significant water leak.
**Interviewer:** That sounds like a challenging situation. How many apartments are affected and what measures are being taken now?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** As of now, three apartments have been rendered uninhabitable due to the leak from the fire-damaged unit. We’re currently in the post-extinguishing phase, working to salvage valuables and mitigate secondary water damage.
**Interviewer:** Given the age of the building, do you think the construction contributed to the fire’s spread?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Yes, the building dates back to 1890, which means it has many cavities that complicated our efforts to control the fire. Such architectural features can sometimes exacerbate fire risks.
**Interviewer:** Thankfully, there were no serious injuries reported. What were the circumstances of the evacuations?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** All residents were safely evacuated. While three individuals were assessed for minor injuries, we’re grateful that no one suffered severe harm.
**Interviewer:** With such incidents, many question the safety measures in older buildings. What do you think—should stricter regulations be enforced for older properties to prevent disasters like this?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** That’s a vital conversation to have. The balance between preserving historical architecture and ensuring modern safety standards is complex, but incidents like these highlight the need for careful assessment and potential updates to those regulations.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Gabriel, for providing your insights on this unfortunate event. It’s definitely a topic that raises many concerns regarding urban safety and historical preservation.
**Question for Readers:** In light of this incident, what do you think should be done to enhance safety measures in older buildings? Should there be more stringent regulations, or do you believe preservation of historical architecture should take precedence? Let us know your thoughts and engage in the discussion.