Cellar fire in Stendal: Four injured and mysterious cause of fire!
In Stendal there was a basement fire in an apartment building; four people were slightly injured. Firefighters extinguished the fire.

Cellar fire in Stendal: Four injured and mysterious cause of fire!
On Tuesday evening, July 22, 2025, the fire department in Stendal was called to a dramatic fire in an apartment building on Robert-Dittmann-Straße. The spectacle began at 8:55 p.m. when a resident noticed smoke coming from a window and immediately raised the alarm. A stroller in the basement had caught fire for an unknown reason, and the situation was serious enough that all residents had to be evacuated as a precaution.
The fire department was able to act quickly and successfully extinguish the fire. However, four people suffered minor injuries and were treated on site by the emergency services. Fortunately, most residents were able to return to their apartments after the fire was extinguished. The estimated material damage amounts to around 5,000 euros. The investigation into the cause of the fire was immediately started by the criminal police in order to find out exactly what led to the incident. Tag24 reports comprehensively on the events and the reactions of those affected.
A look at other fires in the region
Stendal isn't the only place that has struggled with fire alarms recently. There were several fires in apartment buildings in Jerichower Land in the same week. The first fire occurred on Saturday, where a basement compartment in an apartment building in the southern ring burned down completely. A 71-year-old resident required medical attention, but fortunately no other injuries were reported.
Another incident occurred in the boiler room of an apartment building in Jerichow, where around 70 firefighters worked for several hours to put out the fire. The cause of these fires is also still unclear and the police have started investigating to find out what is going on. MDR has provided the latest information on this worrying development.
Fire and smoke have alarmed residents in the area, with many temporarily staying with relatives or in a hotel due to pollutants in the air. While investigations continue, the safety of citizens remains the top priority in such cases.
Overall, it shows that the fire brigade in Stendal and the surrounding area has a good hand when it comes to reacting quickly and preventing worse things from happening. The events of the last few days make it clear how important vigilance and quick action are in such critical situations. Stay informed and safe!