Fire department evacuates residents after lift shaft blaze in Voorburg apartment
Residents of an apartment building in Voorburg were evacuated overnight after a fire broke out in a lift shaft. Emergency services provided temporary shelter, and residents were allowed back home by early morning, with local officials offering support.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Kersengaarde, Voorburg |
| Incident | Fire in lift shaft |
| Evacuation Time | Overnight |
| Temporary Shelter | HTM bus |
| Residents Allowed Back | Around 7:15 AM |
| Local Support | Deputy mayor on scene |
The fire department is responsible for emergency response and public safety during incidents like fires, ensuring residents are evacuated and accommodated safely. Local government officials, such as the deputy mayor, often provide on-site support to affected citizens during crises.
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Fire in apartment building on Kersengaarde
Last night, a fire broke out in a lift shaft of an apartment building on Kersengaarde in Voorburg. The fire department evacuated residents and temporarily accommodated them in an HTM bus. The deputy mayor was on the scene to offer support to the residents. Around 7:15 AM, people were allowed to return to their homes.