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Major Fire Devastates Hessisch Lichtenau Carpentry Shop, Damages 150,000 Euros

A devastating fire has left a carpentry shop in Hessisch Lichtenau in ruins. Despite the extensive damage, no injuries were reported.

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Brand Devastates Carpentry Shop in North Hesse - High Damage - Major Fire Devastates Hessisch Lichtenau Carpentry Shop, Damages 150,000 Euros

A major fire has devastated a carpentry shop in Hessisch Lichtenau, North Hesse, causing an estimated 150,000 euros in damage. The blaze broke out on Friday evening and was brought under control after about an hour and a half. Remarkably, no injuries were reported.

The fire started in the evening and was noticed by a local resident who promptly alerted the fire department. Firefighters arrived to find the carpentry shop, which also houses a funeral home, engulfed in flames. They worked tirelessly to contain the fire, preventing it from spreading to a nearby house. The firefighting operation continued into the night as crews tackled glowing embers in hard-to-reach places. Investigations into the cause of the fire are currently underway, with local authorities likely to be involved.

The fire has caused significant damage to the carpentry shop, with the total cost estimated at 150,000 euros. Despite the extensive damage, no injuries were reported, thanks to the quick response of the resident and the diligent efforts of the firefighters. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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