Seine-Saint-Denis: 22 people injured in a block of flats fire

On Sunday evening, a fire broke out at around 7 pm in a block of flats in Aubervilliers (93). According to the Paris Fire Brigade’s (BSPP) preliminary report, there are believed to be at least 22 people injured: 7 in critical condition and 15 with less serious injuries. The first responders to arrive at the scene were 10 police officers, who suffered smoke inhalation whilst evacuating the burning building. Around 100 Paris firefighters in around 40 vehicles were required to carry out their operations. Forensic investigators then attended the scene to gather evidence for the investigation, which will determine the causes of the fire.

#intervention Traffic lights at @aubervilliers93 numerous rescue operations currently underway pic.twitter.com/RULpDKctYb

— Paris Fire Brigade (@PompiersParis) 19 August 2018

#intervention Traffic lights at @aubervilliers93 The fire has been extinguished. Preliminary figures: 7 people seriously injured (including one woman whose condition is critical) and 15 with minor injuries (including 10 police officers).

— Paris Fire Brigade (@PompiersParis) 19 August 2018

#Aubervilliers : The fire has now been put out.
I commend the exemplary efforts of the @PompiersParis and police officers who intervened immediately to ensure the residents’ safety.
My first thoughts are with those who have been injured and those who have been admitted to hospital.

— Gérard Collomb (@gerardcollomb) 19 August 2018