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Suspected Arson Forces Evacuation at Bautzen Train Station

Police have opened an arson investigation into the restroom blaze.

Overview

  • About 100 people were evacuated after heavy smoke spread from a fire in a station restroom on Tuesday evening.
  • Authorities said a paper bin was deliberately set alight around 17:00, and firefighters finished extinguishing the fire by about 18:20.
  • The station building was temporarily closed for ventilation following the smoke incident and was expected to be cleared for access later in the day.
  • The platform area was not affected, indicating limited operational disruption to train services.
  • Investigators have released no information about suspects or the precise sequence of events as the inquiry continues.