Tragedy in the Esslingen district: dead man discovered after apartment fire!

Tragedy in the Esslingen district: dead man discovered after apartment fire!

Esslingen, Deutschland - In the Esslingen district, a tragic apartment fire occurred in which a person died. According to initial information, the deceased is suspected as a 66-year-old resident from Leinfelden-Echterdingen. During the mission, another resident, a 64-year-old, was saved from the attic with a turntable ladder and taken to the hospital.

In addition, a 73-year-old was treated with suspected smoke poisoning. During the extinguishing work, a fireman also suffered minor injuries and also had to be transported to the hospital. Two police officers complained of respiratory problems, but were able to continue their service.

use and consequences of the fire

The alarm of the emergency services took place in the afternoon due to a reported smoke development. When the rescue workers arrived, flames and thick, black smoke were already visible. The cause of the fire is so far unclear and investigations are underway. The first damage to property is estimated at around 500,000 euros, such as Augsburger Allgemeine and Welt report.