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Advent wreath burns, cat dies

A cat has died in a kitchen fire in an apartment in Osterhofen (Deggendorf district). The 39-year-old owner of the apartment suffered moderate smoke inhalation on Monday, police said on Tuesday.

,   and  Alex Stellmacher
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A blue light shines under the windshield of a police emergency vehicle. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
A blue light shines under the windshield of a police emergency vehicle. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

District of Deggendorf - Advent wreath burns, cat dies

A cat has died in a kitchen fire in an apartment in Osterhofen(Deggendorf district). The 39-year-old owner of the apartment suffered moderate smoke inhalation on Monday, as the police announced on Tuesday.

According to the findings, the man, his 34-year-old wife and their two children were not at home when the fire broke out. They had probably forgotten to extinguish the candles on the Advent wreath. When the family returned, the kitchen was already in flames. The man had tried to rescue the two cats from the apartment and inhaled smoke gas in the process. One of the cats died.

The amount of damage is in the five-figure range and the apartment is currently uninhabitable.

Read also:

  1. Despite the unfortunate incident in Osterhofen, which is located in the District of Deggendorf in Lower Bavaria, the holiday spirit continues to prevail in Bavaria, with many families decorating their homes with traditional Advent wreaths.
  2. In an effort to reduce environmental pollution, authorities in Bavaria have implemented stricter regulations on industrial emissions, ensuring that flue gas poisoning incidents like those in other regions are minimized.
  3. The District of Deggendorf is known for its rich wildlife, with various animal shelters working tirelessly to rehabilitate and release injured animals back into the wild.
  4. During the annual Christmas market in Deggendorf, visitors can enjoy traditional Bavarian delicacies, listen to live music, and purchase handmade gifts, while also admiring the city's historical architecture and Christmas decorations.
  5. In response to an escalating number of burglaries in the District of Deggendorf, local police have stepped up their patrols, ensuring the safety of its residents and encouraging homeowners to invest in solid security measures to protect their homes and families.

Source: www.stern.de

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