Published: 2024-08-07
A fire alarm caused panic at St.
Martin Elementary School in Hagen am Teutoburger Wald, Germany, just three days after the school holidays.
The roof of the school caught fire, prompting a swift evacuation of all students, who were safely taken to a designated area and later picked up by their parents.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Multiple fire brigades and ambulances responded to the incident, and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
The police reported that the damage is estimated to be in the six-figure range.
The site has been secured for further examination.
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