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Friday, November 22, 2024

Fire Evacuates Oslo Apartment Residents

Published: 2024-10-20

A fire broke out in an apartment on Grefsenveien in Oslo, leading to the evacuation of all residents in the building.

The blaze, which started in a kitchen fan, was reported around 9:00 AM on Sunday.

Emergency services quickly responded, and the fire was eventually brought under control, although it initially posed a risk of spreading.

The affected apartment is now uninhabitable, but other residents have been allowed to return to their homes.

The incident also caused temporary road closures, affecting local tram services.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported.