Two people suffered injuries in a fire at a single-family home in Dortmund overnight into Saturday. Firefighters managed to control the flames, but the cause of the fire remains unclear.
A fire broke out in a single-family home in Dortmund on Friday evening, injuring two residents. According to a police spokesperson, firefighters worked through the night to contain the flames. Footage shows the fire bursting from the roof amid thick plumes of smoke.
The exact cause of the blaze is still under investigation, as is the extent of property damage. Police and fire services continue to probe the incident. House fires like this are not uncommon in urban areas such as Dortmund, often sparked by electrical faults or carelessness, though specifics are pending here.
Emergency responders were on site for several hours until the fire was extinguished. The injured received medical treatment and are in stable condition. This event highlights the importance of smoke detectors and fire safety measures in private homes.