Man injured in the fire that broke out in the Prienai district
A man was injured in a fire incident in the village of Vyšniūnai, Prienai district, reported on February 7 by Kaunas Fire and Rescue Service.
On February 7, at 20:57, the Kaunas Fire and Rescue Service received reports of a fire incident in the village of Vyšniūnai, located in Lithuania's Prienai district. Witnesses reported that a bloody man was found near the building, suffering from burns on his back and arm. Firefighters arrived to find the structure engulfed in open flames, indicating a serious situation that required immediate action.
The building, a wooden structure measuring 16 by 6 meters with a roof covered in slate, had its roof burned and the interior completely destroyed by the fire. Fortunately, the injured man was conscious and received medical attention after being transferred to an ambulance. The quick response of emergency services likely prevented further injuries and potentially saved lives.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. This incident highlights the challenges faced by fire services in rural areas and the importance of timely reporting by witnesses to ensure a swift response during emergencies.