Man critically injured in Halensee fire - Deadly Berlin apartment fire leaves one critically injured on Christmas Eve
A fire broke out in a residential building in Berlin’s Halensee district on Christmas Eve. The blaze began in an apartment on the fourth floor, leading to a major emergency response from firefighters. The incident unfolded in the early hours, with flames erupting in a multi-family property. Fire crews arrived quickly and worked to contain the spread, eventually extinguishing the fire. Their efforts stopped the blaze from reaching other parts of the building. Several residents were evacuated as a precaution while firefighters tackled the fire. One person suffered life-threatening injuries and was rushed to hospital. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Emergency services remained on the scene to ensure the area was safe before allowing residents back inside. The injured individual is receiving medical treatment, though their condition has not been updated. Firefighters confirmed the fire was fully under control before leaving the site. Investigations into how the fire started are ongoing.
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