Apartment Fire in Vienna-Landstraße: Apartment Wall Knocked Over

Shortly after 12:00 PM, emergency services were called to the fire site on Dietrichgasse in Vienna-Landstraße. An apartment on the fourth floor was affected. As Figerl explained, while laying the fire hose inside through the stairwell, the "apartment door had already burned through," highlighting the extent of the fire. The fire was also fought from the outside, as flames were coming out of the windows on both the front and back sides of the apartment.

Some Apartments Uninhabitable After Apartment Fire in Vienna-Landstraße

The explosion had already occurred before the fire department arrived, Figerl explained. After the firefighting efforts, the structural integrity was checked and "found to be stable." It was not a load-bearing wall. Nevertheless, "some apartments were uninhabitable," said the fire department spokesperson. The Immediate Measures Group of the City of Vienna was ready to provide alternative accommodations. The operation was not yet complete. The fire department carried out safety measures, including using high-altitude rescuers to secure facade and window parts. Due to the heavy smoke in the building, high-performance fans were used.

(APA/Red)

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