Mar 15 • 15:13 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania Lrytas

Alarm in Vilnius – house burned with open flames

A house on Mėnulio Street in Vilnius caught fire, with firefighters responding to the scene to extinguish the blaze.

Emergency services received a report of a fire at a derelict house on Mėnulio Street in Vilnius at 4:15 PM. Upon their arrival, firefighters discovered that the house was engulfed in open flames and that the roof had partially collapsed. Firefighters continued to work at the scene for an hour, indicating the severity of the situation.

As of now, the cause of the fire remains unknown, and there are no reports that old grass was burned around the building, nor is there any indication of people being inside at the time of the incident. This raises concerns about potential safety hazards in neglected properties within the area. The local fire department is likely to conduct an investigation to determine the fire's origin and any contributing factors.

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of derelict buildings in urban areas, posing risks not only from fire hazards but also from possible structural collapses. Authorities may need to address the maintenance and safety of such properties to prevent future incidents and ensure community safety.

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