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Grease-Fire Explosion in Weißenhorn Severely Injures 83-Year-Old

Police say water poured on burning cooking fat caused the blast, leaving the woman in a specialist clinic.

Overview

  • The fire erupted Tuesday around 6:15 p.m. while the woman was frying dinner in a home on Tannenweg in Weißenhorn.
  • She managed to leave the house on her own, and her granddaughter alerted emergency services.
  • Emergency responders transported the victim to a specialist clinic with severe burn injuries.
  • Weißenhorn firefighters deployed about 25 personnel, with several ambulances and police units also on scene.
  • Property damage is estimated at roughly €10,000, and authorities warn never to use water on burning oil or fat.