A serious incident with a tragic outcome occurred on Saturday morning (Nov. 14) in the municipality of Fyli, when three firefighters were crushed by debris during a firefighting operation at an abandoned building on Katsantoni Street.
According to the latest reports, two firefighters lost their lives, while another was injured.
The three firefighters were stationed at the 10th Fire Station in Athens.
The incident occurred when, during firefighting operations, a section of the building’s interior collapsed, causing the firefighters to be buried under the rubble.
The Fire Department’s Operations Center was notified of the fire at approximately 11:40 a.m.
To combat the fire, 20 firefighters with six vehicles were deployed from the 10th, 6th, and 12th Athens Fire Stations, as well as the 1st Special Rescue Unit (EMAK).
The Athens Arson Crimes Investigation Unit was mobilized to investigate the causes of the fire.
Source: skai.gr
