Fire damages attic of two-storey house in Konya; residents evacuate safely

Konya, Cyprus. A fire broke out around 3am on Thursday on the wooden roof of a two-storey house in Konya, with all residents evacuating safely.

Firefighting response

According to a post on platform X by fire brigade spokesperson Andreas Kettis, a fire engine responded to the scene, and firefighters used water hoses and breathing apparatus to put out the blaze.

Cause and damage

Kettis said the cause of the fire was determined to be the chimney of the fireplace. The fire caused damage to the attic of the house, he added.

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