Two fatal fires in Styria: fridge and battery as causes!
Two fatal fires in Styria: fridge and battery as causes!
In the early morning hours of today,in Styria occurred two tragic fires that led to the killing of two men. The first fire broke out in a residential building in Maria Lankowitz around 2:30 a.m., while the second fire broke out about half an hour later in the Andritz district of Graz. Fortunately, a woman was saved, while the emergency was serious for some residents.
The cause of the devastating fire in Maria Lankowitz was triggered by a technical defect on a refrigerator. This is not entirely unusual if you consider that according to the information on the website Kraft repair service Ready to cause fires to cause fires. The most common causes are in a heat build -up, while short circuits and overloads can also lead to problems. The fire led to eight fire departments in action with around 80 helpers. The extinguishing work went into the morning because the water supply was a challenge due to the remote location of the house. The required extinguishing water had to be introduced from the adjacent communities of Köflach and Maria Lankowitz.
devastating consequences in Graz
fire risks in the household
These incidents illustrate how important it is to be aware of the fire risks in our own four walls. According to the Sparkasse, electrical devices are one of the most common causes of fire, especially "white goods" such as refrigerators, washing machines and dishwasher. Devices with lithium-ion batteries, such as smartphones or e-bikes, are also a considerable risk. Human misconduct, such as depositing objects on the stove, should also not be underestimated.
In order to avoid such tragic incidents, it is advisable to carry out regular controls of the electrical devices and ensure that all devices work properly. Simple measures such as providing fire extinguishers and installing smoke alarms can save lives in an emergency.
The incident in Styria is an urgent appeal to take safety precautions in households seriously in order to prevent fires and react correctly in an emergency. So stay vigilant and act preventively, because in an emergency every second counts.
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