Emergency services received a distress call at approximately 13:20 regarding a house fire on Kerkstraat, a busy street in the town. Upon arrival, firefighters were met with a fierce inferno that had already engulfed significant portions of the residence
According to initial reports, the blaze erupted during maintenance work on one of the machines. Investigators believe the cause to be a technical malfunction rather than arson. However, a full inquiry is still underway to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident
While the regulation was implemented to enhance fire safety, ensuring full compliance remains a challenge. The Brussels Fire Brigade emphasizes the importance of smoke detectors, stating that in the event of a fire, individuals have an average of just three minutes to evacuate safely
The Rivierenland fire brigade reported the incident on Friday, stating that the fire started in a machine, which had to be dismantled to fully extinguish the flames. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, and the fire was brought under control before it could spread further
To help households stay safe during Christmas and New Year’s celebrations, the fire brigade has shared practical safety advice, urging the public to take extra precautions to avoid turning festivities into disasters
