Patient sets trash can ablaze in Wismar hospital, causing significant damage

A fire incident at the Sana Hanse-Klinikum in Wismar, Germany, has resulted in substantial property damage after an 18-year-old patient set a trash can ablaze. The fire, which occurred on a Friday evening, spread from the trash receptacle to other furniture in a communal area of the hospital.

Emergency services were alerted, and the fire was brought under control relatively quickly. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among patients or staff as a result of the incident. However, the extent of the damage is considerable, with preliminary estimates placing the cost in the tens of thousands of euros, partly due to the extensive soot accumulation.

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The fire spread from the trash can to other pieces of furniture, but it could be extinguished quickly.

The motive behind the patient's actions remains unclear, and an investigation into the circumstances of the fire is ongoing. The incident highlights a concerning event within a healthcare facility, emphasizing the need for security and vigilance even in seemingly safe environments.

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The damage is currently estimated at several tens of thousands of euros, as there was also a lot of soot.