Cats cause fire: Neuruppin in turmoil after apartment disaster!

Cats cause fire: Neuruppin in turmoil after apartment disaster!

in Neuruppin, a district in Ostprignitz-Ruppin, on June 19, 2025 there was a devastating fire in an apartment of an apartment building. According to RBB24, the fire may have been triggered by a cat, which had activated a rotary button on the stove. While the tenant was not at home at the time of the incident, attentive residents noticed the smell of fire around 11 a.m. and heard a smoke detector. They immediately alerted the fire brigade.

The fire brigade was alerted at 11.14 a.m. with the alarm keyword "B/building large". A total of 19 emergency services were on site, supported by various fire engines. These included an aid extinguishing group vehicle, a turntable ladder as well as a previous device car and a device car for logistics and hygiene. Fortunately, the affected residents had already brought themselves to safety when dense smoke came out of the affected apartment.

Fire brigade use and consequences

The fire brigade got access to the apartment under respiratory protection and found two cats. Unfortunately one of the two cats could no longer be saved; The test attempts were unsuccessful. The second cat showed signs of flue gas poisoning and was brought to a veterinary practice where it was treated. The massive fire damage, which also led to strong soot deposits, makes the apartment uninhabitable. The property damage is estimated at around 50,000 euros.

In the apartment, the fire started in the kitchen and spread quickly. The police's criminal technicians have already started to investigate the cause of the fire to clarify the exact circumstances of the incident, as Feuerwehrmagazin.

The context of apartment fires in Germany

fires in residential buildings represent a significant danger. Statistics show that causes of fire are often in the kitchen, which in this case applies. Feuertrutz emphasizes that although there is no comprehensive and uniform fire statistics in Germany, regular updates are necessary to improve fire protection. Exact documentation could help to avoid future incidents and take preventive measures.

The investigation to clarify the incident in Neuruppin lasts. The incident once again shows the importance of functioning smoke detectors and the necessary awareness of fire hazards in households.