Saturday evening, around midnight, a fire erupted in an isolated pavilion in Indre, near Nantes, leading to the intervention of rescue teams. A 58-year-old man and his chat were rescued after inhaling toxic fumes. Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control, caused by a short circuit in a electric meterand took care of the victims. This type of situation reminds us of the importance of remaining vigilant in the face of fire risks, particularly related to household appliances.
The circumstances of the fire
The fire broke out shortly after midnight, when firefighters were alerted to a fire in a house. When they arrived, they discovered that a court-circuit in the electrical installation had caused the flames to start. The heavy smoke escaping from the home quickly endangered the health of the occupant and his pet. Fortunately, emergency services were present to stop the fire quickly.
Support for victims
A 58-year-old man was slightly inconvenienced by the smoke and required treatment on site before being transported to the CHU de Nantes. His cat, also a victim of poisoning, received the attention of a team specializing in animal rescue. This situation highlights the importance of adequate response to protect both humans and animals during fires.
A reminder about fire safety
The firefighters, in addition to responding to this disaster, remind us of the need to know certain precautions to take to avoid such tragedies. For example, it is essential to be aware of the dangers associated with household appliances which can cause fires if the necessary precautions are not taken. To learn more about this topic, you can check out these links: These household appliances can cause fires.
Another intervention in Nantes
The same night, other firefighters were mobilized for the start of a fire north of Nantes, around 11:30 p.m. The situation occurred in a living room where smoke spread, also requiring hospitalization. from the owner due to inhalation. Thus, emergency services are continuously mobilized to deal with critical situations that affect our lives.
