Schönebeck: Dramatic fire in an apartment building – 500,000 euros in damage!

Schönebeck: Dramatic fire in an apartment building – 500,000 euros in damage!

On the night of Sunday, October 13, 2025, an alarming incident occurred in Schönebeck, a district in the Salzland district: a fire in an apartment building kept the rescue workers on their toes. The financial damage is estimated at an impressive 500,000 euros, while fortunately no people were injured. The fire brigade was quickly on site and thanks to their quick response they were able to prevent the flames from spreading. This reports MDR.

The fire broke out in the basement of the building and quickly spread to the stairwell. As a result of the fire, the stairwell was heavily sooted, which does not rule out damage to health. The condition of the house led to the public order office ordering a temporary closure. The 35 residents of the house therefore had to temporarily move out of their apartments, while four of them were placed in a homeless shelter. The rest found accommodation with relatives.

Cause of fire and other details

The fire was initially reported on Thursday evening. When the police arrived, the fire department was already extinguishing the fire. Rubbish from the garden area of ​​the property had caught fire and the fire had spread across the facade towards a basement window. Fortunately, the basement window remained largely undamaged. Magdeburg.clicks reported that all residents had left the house as a precaution and no one was injured.

The fire department ensured that the air in the building was well ventilated after the fire, so residents who were safe considered partially returning to their apartments. However, the fire area in the basement and the exact cause of the fire remain under investigation. The damage caused by the fire in the garden is at least 5,000 euros, which seems rather small compared to the overall damage.

Prevention and fire protection

These incidents shed light on the importance of fire safety measures in apartment buildings. Experts emphasize that timely alerting and a well-functioning fire department are crucial. On Kiwabo There is further material and useful information about fire protection in apartment buildings, which could be of interest to both residents and homeowners.

Overall, this incident shows how quickly a fire can turn a life into a challenge. It is hoped that everyone affected will be able to return to their homes soon and that such incidents will be better prevented in the future.