Fire at Berlin’s Plötzensee Hospital Forces Evacuations and Injuries

Flames erupted in a patient room, sparking chaos. Now, investigators are piecing together how a routine day turned into a hospital emergency.

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2025 December 2 . 5:01 PM

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Fire at JVA Hospital Plötzensee - Two Injured - Fire at Berlin’s Plötzensee Hospital Forces Evacuations and Injuries

A fire broke out at the Plötzensee hospital on Tuesday. The blaze began in a patient room, prompting a swift emergency response from local firefighters and police. Around 50 firefighters arrived at the scene to tackle the flames. They managed to contain the fire quickly, preventing it from spreading further. Meanwhile, fifteen people were evacuated from the hospital as a precaution. The fire at Plötzensee hospital resulted in minor injuries and temporary evacuations. Investigators continue to examine the scene to establish the exact cause of the incident.