Borlänge Residents Evacuated After Major Fire
About 40 residents were evacuated after a major fire in Borlänge, Sweden. Housing officials are finding new apartments but say return is unlikely soon. The incident reveals broader challenges in Sweden's housing market.
Hmouda Mohamed Hedi is one of about 40 residents evacuated after a severe fire at Tjärna ängar in Borlänge. He woke up to police knocking on his door. The fire damaged multiple homes in this central Swedish town.
Maria Bergfält, CEO of housing company Tunabyggen, said they are finding new apartments for evacuated residents. She stated that people likely cannot return to their homes soon. Borlänge is located in Dalarna County, known for its forests and lakes.
The evacuation highlights housing shortages that affect many Swedish municipalities. Temporary relocations often become long-term solutions in tight rental markets. Local authorities must now find immediate housing for dozens of displaced families.