A severe apartment fire in Roeselare has left a 71-year-old woman badly burned. The incident occurred on Brugsesteenweg around 17:00 on 2025-05-02 20:20:00, drawing immediate attention from local residents and emergency services. Witnesses reported a loud explosion followed by a sudden flash of flames.
- Vrouw zwaar verbrand bij appartementbrand Roeselare
- Brand brak uit boven firma Verdupak
- Getuigen hoorden knal en zagen steekvlam
- Brand ontstond door vuur in berginghok
- Vrouw kreeg steekvlam in gezicht bij deur openen
- Brandweer bracht vrouw naar AZ Delta ziekenhuis
The fire started in a storage room on the apartment’s terrace, above the company Verdupak. Neighbours acted quickly to contain the blaze, but the woman was caught in the flames when she opened the door to investigate the earlier small fire. She suffered serious burns and was rescued using a ladder truck before being taken to AZ Delta hospital.
How did this fire escalate so quickly, and what can be learned from the swift community response? The details reveal important insights into fire safety and emergency readiness in residential areas.
Could better fire prevention measures have avoided this tragedy? The quick action of neighbours was crucial, but it also raises questions about fire safety awareness in apartment complexes. Key points include:
- Initial fire broke out in a terrace storage room, escalating rapidly upon door opening.
- Neighbours contained the fire before firefighters arrived, limiting further damage.
- The victim’s serious burns required urgent hospital care at AZ Delta.
- Community vigilance played a vital role in managing the incident.
Moving forward, residents and local authorities should prioritize fire prevention education and ensure quick access to emergency services. Could improved safety checks and neighbour awareness prevent future tragedies like this? The community’s role remains essential in safeguarding lives.
