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 Gabriel Langfeldt, Operations Manager**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Gabriel. Can you walk us through what happened during the fire in the apartment building in Oslo?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Of course. The fire originated in a bathroom on the third floor of the building. Unfortunately, it quickly spread to the roof structure and adjacent walls. Compounding the issue, a water pipe burst during the incident, leading to a significant leak.
**Interviewer:** That sounds quite alarming. How has this incident affected the residents of the building?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Currently, we have confirmed that three apartments will be uninhabitable due to the severe water damage. The fire caused complete damage to these units, and all residents were evacuated safely. Luckily, while there were some injuries, they were minor, and everyone has since been examined by medical professionals.
**Interviewer:** It’s good to hear that there were no serious injuries. What steps are the emergency services taking now that the fire is under control?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** We are in the post-extinguishing phase, where our primary focus is to salvage any valuables and minimize further damage, especially from the water leak. Given that the building dates back to 1890, it has a lot of cavities, which made it more complex for us to locate and control the fire.
**Interviewer:** That must have made the firefighters’ job more challenging. What can residents in older buildings like this one do to prepare for such emergencies in the future?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** It’s essential for residents to have a fire escape plan and ensure their smoke detectors are functional. Regular inspections can also help identify potential fire hazards, especially in older structures where wiring and plumbing can be problematic.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Gabriel. With the complexities of fire safety in older buildings, what do you think should be prioritizing? Should there be stricter regulations for fire safety in such properties to prevent incidents like this from happening again?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Absolutely, revisiting and potentially tightening the regulations regarding fire safety in older buildings could be a crucial step. Public awareness and education are equally important. I believe community discussions around this issue could promote better preparedness and risk management.
**Interviewer:** Interesting points. Readers, what do you think? Should there be more stringent regulations for fire safety in older apartments, or do you believe that residents should take more personal responsibility for their safety? Share your thoughts with us!
