In brief
Emergency services responded swiftly to a fire reported shortly after midnight in the elderly ward of the Marienkrankenhaus. Despite the valiant efforts of approximately 220 emergency personnel, three victims could not be saved and perished at the scene. The incident left over 35 others injured, with two individuals hospitalized for serious conditions, including one who is in critical condition. The fire brigade reported that flames quickly engulfed a ground floor room, endangering nearby patients, many of whom were elderly and had limited mobility. Firefighters skillfully deployed ladders and breathing apparatuses to rescue those trapped, ultimately preventing the blaze from spreading throughout the building. Investigations into the cause of the fire are currently underway.
