Fire erupts in a residence within Hannover-Mühlenberg district, Hannover
A fire broke out in an apartment building in Hannover at around 18:06 on [date], causing significant damage and prompting a large-scale emergency response.
According to initial estimates, three apartments are currently uninhabitable due to the fire. The estimated damage caused by the fire is approximately 300,000 euros.
The fire spread to the floors above due to intense flames, and black smoke was seen coming from a window on the second floor of the building.
Fire engines from the professional fire brigade, Ricklingen volunteer fire department, and Bornum volunteer fire department were dispatched to the scene, along with rescue service. A total of 16 vehicles and 50 personnel from the fire and rescue services of the state capital were present.
Four teams in breathing apparatus searched the affected apartments for people. Tragically, three children aged between 9 and 11 years old inhaled smoke while leaving the building. One of the children was taken to a hospital for examination, but no new information about their condition has been provided.
The police have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the fire. Marcus Schmieder from the Hannover Police Directorate is responsible for investigating the cause of the fire in Hannover. For inquiries, please contact Matthias Holz at the Fire Department Hannover. Matthias Holz's contact information is: Telephone: 0511/912-1405, Email: [email protected].
No new information about the number of people affected or the current status of the apartments has been provided. The news content was transmitted by the Fire Department Hannover. The fire operation ended at 20:20. The fire was initially reported via the emergency number.
For more information, please visit the Fire Department Hannover's website at https://www.feuerwehr-hannover.de.
