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Wood stove fire causes €50K damage in Nottertal-Heilinger Höhen home

A routine winter night turned dangerous when a wood stove sparked a blaze. Now, investigators question whether poor storage played a deadly role.

In this image there is a fire in the firewood chimney.
In this image there is a fire in the firewood chimney.

Wood Stove Causes House Fire - Wood stove fire causes €50K damage in Nottertal-Heilinger Höhen home

A fire has struck a residential home in Nottertal-Heilinger Höhen, with authorities investigating the cause. The blaze, sparked by a wood-burning stove, resulted in €50,000 worth of damages but left the house habitable.

The fire engulfed the heating room, but fortunately, it did not spread to the living space. One resident was hospitalised due to smoke inhalation, though no other residents required medical attention.

Authorities are currently investigating whether improper wood storage may have contributed to the fire, potentially constituting negligent arson. No further details have been made public regarding the resident's condition or any potential charges.

The fire, which caused an estimated €50,000 in damages, serves as a reminder of the importance of safe wood storage and proper maintenance of wood-burning stoves. The investigation continues.

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