Overview
- The fire broke out around 8:40 a.m. Monday in Kurort Hartha on Talmühlenstraße and drew a large firefighting response.
- Firefighters battled the blaze primarily from outside because of collapse risk, and the THW was called to secure the structure.
- Local media reported the timber-framed house was burned out, while entry by crews had not been possible by the afternoon.
- Police said they have not been able to contact the homeowner, who is classified as missing and may or may not have been inside.
- Authorities issued a NINA alert urging residents to keep windows closed and turn off ventilation due to smoke and odors.