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Fire drama in Vienna: Fundraising campaign for fire victims from Alt-Erlaa started!
Devastating fire in Vienna-Alterlaa: dead, injured and fundraiser for the fire victims after the major fire on December 26th.
Fire drama in Vienna: Fundraising campaign for fire victims from Alt-Erlaa started!
A shocking incident occurred on St. Stephen's Day, December 26th, in the Alterlaa residential complex in Vienna. A devastating fire broke out in an apartment on the ninth floor and spread to three other floors of C Block using the balconies. The flames were visible throughout the area, prompting numerous emergency calls to the fire department. Around 80 firefighters were deployed to fight the fire and bring the situation under control. Unfortunately, in this tragic incident, a 76-year-old pensioner, who was believed to be the resident of the fire apartment, was found dead on her balcony. Another woman had to be taken to hospital because of smoke inhalation. These dramatic events affected not only the residents but also the entire city.
The fire department is one of the most important institutions in Vienna, as it not only responds to fires, but also to a variety of other emergencies. In 2023, the Vienna professional fire department carried out a total of 41,939 operations, which corresponds to an average of around 115 operations per day. 32% of these operations were fire incidents, which makes the seriousness of these incidents clear. Historical data shows that there has been an increase in the number of deployments since 1961, which was caused, among other things, by natural disasters and crises. With a fire service deployed every 13 minutes, the fire department remains a cornerstone of safety in the city wien.gv.at.
Help for those affected
To support the people affected by the fire, the parish of St. John XXIII in Liesing has set up a donation account. The community is showing great solidarity and compassion during this difficult time. Anyone who would like to help can pay into the account using the following contact details: Parish of St. John XXIII, BKAUATWW, AT371200021210132900, subject: “Fire C-Block 12.2025”. This can be used to finance urgently needed relief measures for the victims of the fire. The need is great and every donation counts.
The events in Alterlaa shed light on the dangers that lurk in residential complexes and how important sound emergency preparedness is. It is a wake-up call for everyone living in residential complexes to check safety precautions and behave properly in the event of a fire. Despite the tragic circumstances, the initiatives to support those affected are a sign of solidarity and hope in the community. oe24.at continued to report on progress in supporting those affected and appealed to everyone to take part in the fundraising campaign.
In a city that has to deal with such dramatic events, it is important to be there for each other. Every day, the fire department shows its commitment and ability to help in times of crisis. Let us be guided by community and compassion even in these difficult times.