A fire broke out in a residential building in the Shahrak-e Nour neighborhood of Tehran early this morning at 3:42 AM. Upon notification of the incident to the 125 emergency line, firefighters were immediately dispatched from the relevant stations to the scene.
Details of the Fire Incident
The incident occurred in a three-story, two-unit building, where a 70-square-meter residential unit on the second floor caught fire for unknown reasons. At the time of the incident, residents were present in the unit during the late hours of the night, and flames and thick smoke engulfed the entire space. This dangerous situation put the residents in an unsafe condition.
Rescue Operations for Residents
Seyed Jalal Maleki, spokesperson for Tehran Fire Department and Safety Services, announced that firefighters, upon arriving at the scene, began extinguishing the fire and searching for and rescuing residents. In this operation, two men, one aged 70 and the other 35, who were present in the burning unit, were rescued from the smoke and flames by the rescue teams. These two individuals suffered burns to their hands and faces and were handed over to emergency personnel.
Maleki also mentioned the evacuation operations for other floors of the building, stating that a total of 17 residents, including 9 women, 6 men, and two injured individuals, were safely evacuated from the building. This operation was ultimately successful, and firefighters were able to save all residents from danger.
Consequences and Further Investigations
The smoke evacuation and safety operation concluded at 5 AM, and the scene was handed over to the relevant experts for a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire. This incident once again highlights the importance of safety issues in buildings and the awareness of residents during emergencies. Fires can quickly escalate into serious crises, and knowledge of proper response methods can save lives.
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