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Over 100 Homes Destroyed in Major Norway Fire; Cause Unknown
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Over 100 Homes Destroyed in Major Norway Fire; Cause Unknown

From La Libre Belgique · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A major fire in Krokstadelva, Norway, has destroyed over a hundred homes, with emergency services still working to control the blaze.
  • Strong winds are fanning the flames, and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.
  • Hundreds of residents have been evacuated, and a local reception center has been established for those affected.

A devastating fire has ravaged the Krokstadelva area in Norway, destroying more than a hundred homes as emergency services continue their efforts to contain the blaze.

"This is clearly a catastrophe," stated Frode Presthus, the local police chief, on Friday evening. He noted that the fire was not yet under control, with strong winds exacerbating the situation by fanning the flames. The cause of the extensive fire remains under investigation, and it is too early to determine how it started.

During the firefighting operations, one firefighter sustained minor injuries. Fortunately, no other injuries or disappearances have been reported among the residents. However, the fire has forced the evacuation of hundreds of people from their homes.

The municipality of Drammen has set up a reception center to provide assistance and shelter for the displaced residents and their families. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed as the battle against the fire continues.

This is clearly a catastrophe.

— Frode PresthusDescribing the severity of the fire.
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Originally published by La Libre Belgique in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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