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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What are the potential fire safety risks associated with older apartment buildings, based on the recent incident described by Gabriel Langfeldt?
**Interview with Gabriel Langfeldt, Operations Manager, Oslo Police District**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Gabriel. Can you describe the incident that occurred in the apartment building on Erling Skjalgssons gate?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Certainly. The fire started in a bathroom on the third floor of the apartment block. Unfortunately, it spread to the roof structure and affected the walls inside the bathroom as well. Compounding the situation, a water pipe burst due to the incident, leading to significant water damage.
**Interviewer:** That sounds quite serious. How many apartments were impacted by the fire and the subsequent water leak?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** As of now, we’ve confirmed that three apartments are uninhabitable due to the water leak resulting from the fire. The 110 central office has reported that these three apartments have been completely damaged.
**Interviewer:** It’s good to hear that the fire was extinguished relatively quickly. How long was the fire department on the scene after that?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** The fire brigade remained on-site for an extended period, even after the fire was extinguished, to ensure that it didn’t spread to other areas of the building. The complexity of the structure, built in 1890 with many cavities, made it essential to thoroughly assess the situation.
**Interviewer:** Were there any injuries reported among the residents?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Thankfully, there were no serious injuries. All residents were evacuated, and three individuals sustained minor injuries, which were addressed at the scene by the ambulance team.
**Interviewer:** After such an event, what are the immediate next steps for the affected residents?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** We’re currently in the post-extinguishing phase. Our teams are working to salvage valuables and limit secondary damage caused by water. We’re also coordinating with local assistance organizations to help the residents find temporary housing.
**Interviewer:** Given the age of the building and the challenges it presents, do you think this incident raises questions about fire safety in older structures?
**Gabriel Langfeldt:** Absolutely, incidents like these shine a light on the importance of fire safety measures in older buildings. Their unique architecture can complicate firefighting efforts, which is why ongoing inspections and updates to fire safety protocols are critical.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Gabriel. Now, readers, we’d like to hear from you: Do you think cities are doing enough to ensure fire safety in older apartment buildings? What measures should be implemented to prevent incidents like this in the future? Let the debate begin!
