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Carelessness leads to potential fire hazard: Stove left on accidentally

Friday Afternoon Blaze in Landau: An Unattended Stove Sparks a Fire at the Landau Police Directorate

Neglected to Switch Off Gas Burner
Neglected to Switch Off Gas Burner

Carelessness leads to potential fire hazard: Stove left on accidentally

In the heart of Landau, a routine afternoon took an unexpected turn when the Landau Police Department received a call about a stove left on in a multi-family dwelling on Godramsteiner Street. The news was quickly transmitted via news aktuell by the Landau Police Department.

The incident occurred around midday, and upon arrival, smoke was detected in the apartment. A subsequent search revealed two burnt pots, indicating that the stove had been left on by a resident who had already departed.

To ensure the safety of all residents, the Landau Police Department, along with the Fire Department, played a crucial role in both responding to the incident and evacuating the residents. As a precaution, the evacuation extended to the entire ground floor of the building.

Fortunately, during the evacuation, no personal or property damage was reported. The names of the residents, who had to be evacuated, are not publicly disclosed.

For any enquiries or concerns, the Landau Police Station can be contacted at 06341-287-0**, with Philipp Schmidt serving as the contact person. For more information, you can visit the official website of the Landau Police Department at https://s.rlp.de/XJAmi.

This incident serves as a reminder to always ensure appliances are turned off before leaving home. Stay safe, Landau!

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