Neighbors Became Heroes in Fire in Baden District

A woman was rescued from a burning single-family house by neighbors on Thursday evening in Enzesfeld-Lindabrunn (Baden district). According to the Baden District Fire Command, the elderly woman had previously drawn attention to herself by calling for help. She was flown to the hospital after emergency treatment by "Christophorus 33". A total of around 70 helpers were involved. The flames are believed to have been caused by overheated fat in the kitchen.

Help for Woman in Fire in Baden District

A neighbor across the street discovered the flames shortly before 7:00 PM and alerted the emergency services. Another resident - himself a firefighter - along with a neighbor and a passerby reacted quickly, rescuing the elderly woman from the burning building. Section Fire Commander Rudolf Hafellner spoke of great luck in a statement.

Breathing apparatus teams were deployed to fight the flames. To remove embers, the roof also had to be partially uncovered. "Fire out" was declared by the fire department in the late evening hours.

(APA/Red)

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