Feb 9 • 09:53 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania Lrytas

A fire broke out in Trakai district: an open flame is burning a house – two people managed to escape

A fire erupted in a house in Trakai district, Lithuania, with two residents managing to escape before firefighters arrived.

A residential house in Trakai district, Lithuania, was engulfed in flames, prompting emergency services to respond swiftly to the scene. The fire was reported to the emergency call center around 11:25 AM, indicating that there was an individual inside the burning structure. Firefighters from the Vilnius County Fire and Rescue Directorate were dispatched promptly,

Upon their arrival, firefighters found that the two-story brick house was on fire, and fortunately, two residents had managed to escape prior to their arrival. They confirmed to emergency crews that no one else was inside the home, which eased concerns about potential casualties. The firefighters utilized four fire engines in battling the blaze, ensuring that the situation was under control as they worked to extinguish the flames.

The incident highlights the effectiveness of emergency response services in Lithuania, especially when lives are at risk during such unfortunate events. The quick action taken by the residents to flee the home saved their lives, and the subsequent coordination among various emergency departments underscores the importance of community readiness in fire-related emergencies.

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