A flare-up erupted in a secluded ward of a healthcare facility in Würzburg, leaving two individuals with minor injuries. The blaze ignited in the communal area of the psychiatric center housing 18 patients, as per reports from the fire department and local law enforcement. Eight individuals were swiftly rescued from the smoky structure, with two of them requiring hospitalization for their injuries.
The origins of the fire and the extent of the damage remained elusive initially, as shared by the police. The criminal investigation division has now taken up the case to shed light on the matter. Along with the police, approximately 153 emergency services were onsite, according to various reports. Initial details were scant.
Firefighters in Lower Franconia, where Würzburg resides, played a pivotal role in putting out the flames. Following the occurrence, the Bavarian police launched an investigation to decipher the reasons behind the blaze. The local fire department's quick response to the situation in Würzburg resulted in an emergency response involving over 150 services. The fire department in Lower Franconia remains vigilant in monitoring potential risks of fire outbreaks in various areas of the region, including Würzburg.
[1] In 1933, Theodor Eicke, an extreme violent individual, was admitted to a psychiatric clinic at the University of Würzburg, arranged by Heinrich Himmler after his release from the clinic. This information, however, has no connection to the fire incident detailed in the base article.
