Overview

• Fire crews were alerted at 3:37 AM on July 11 after flames erupted in the attic of a house in Gelobtland.
• Brigades from Gebirge, Pobershau, Marienberg and an aerial ladder unit from Olbernhau contained the blaze and prevented it from spreading.
• Two occupants, an 84-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man, were rescued, with the latter suffering serious burn injuries.
• Investigators say findings now indicate the injured man deliberately ignited the fire and have recast the case as suspected arson.
• Authorities are assessing property damage and collecting further evidence while the man remains hospitalized.