House fire in Schlitz forces four to flee as flames spread from trash bin

What began as a small trash bin blaze turned into a terrifying escape for four. Now, investigators are piecing together how the fire spiraled out of control.

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2026 January 3 . 11:06 AM

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Fire Spreads from Dumpster to Residence - Significant Damage - House fire in Schlitz forces four to flee as flames spread from trash bin

A nighttime fire broke out in a residential house in Schlitz, forcing four occupants to evacuate. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as flames spread from an outdoor trash bin to the building.

The blaze began outside the property when a trash bin caught fire. Quickly, the flames reached the house, putting the structure at risk. All four residents inside managed to escape unharmed before firefighters arrived.

Multiple fire crews were called to tackle the growing inferno. Their efforts brought the situation under control, but not before the building suffered extensive damage. Authorities later estimated the cost of repairs at around €150,000. The evacuated residents were taken to nearby hospitals for observation as a precaution. Their names have not been released to the public.

Investigations into the cause of the fire are likely to follow. The incident left the property heavily damaged, with repairs expected to take time. All four occupants survived without serious injury.