A fire in an apartment building in Techentin has left 13 residents homeless. The fire broke out late on Wednesday evening at a house on “Am Umspannwerk” street, with the roof structure engulfed in flames around 9:30 p.m. It is suspected to be a serious case of arson, and the police are investigating.
Fortunately, all 13 tenants were able to escape unharmed thanks to the efforts of rescue workers. Firefighters from surrounding volunteer fire departments, totaling 75 comrades with 15 vehicles, were on the scene to combat the major fire. The cause of the fire is still unknown, but authorities estimate the material damage to be around 800,000 euros.
This incident adds to a series of fires in Techentin and nearby Ludwigslust in recent years. Just a few days earlier, there was another fire at the training ground of the Techentin Fire Department. The authorities suspect arson in these cases due to lack of other explanations and ruled out technical defects.
The community of Techentin is now faced with the challenge of rebuilding and supporting the displaced residents in finding new homes. The police are continuing their investigations into these incidents as they work to determine who or what caused them and how they can prevent future fires from occurring.