A house fire broke out in Lavangen, Sør-Troms, overnight on Sunday, completely destroying the residence. Fortunately, two individuals and a dog were able to escape without injury as emergency services arrived at the scene. Firefighters managed the situation to ensure the blaze was controlled, preventing any further hazards in the area.

The local police reported that when they arrived, the house was fully engulfed in flames. As of 6:30 AM, the police had departed from the scene, while firefighters continued their efforts to extinguish any remaining smoldering remnants of the fire. It remains unclear what caused the fire, prompting a call for investigation by the authorities.

The Troms police department announced plans to conduct both technical and tactical investigations to establish the cause of the blaze. The incident has raised concerns in the community regarding fire safety and awareness, especially given the rapid intensification of the fire, and the ongoing probes are expected to inform residents and enhance safety measures in the future.