Emergency services responded to a residential fire in Oslo's Stovner district on Monday. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze but heavy smoke remained at the scene according to police reports.
One resident suffered singed hair during the incident. Operations manager Roy Langengen confirmed the individual was transported to hospital by ambulance.
Authorities evacuated 26 residents from the building as a safety precaution. Police investigators believe the fire originated in a bedroom.
Oslo apartment fires remain relatively uncommon in Norway's well-maintained housing stock. This incident serves as a reminder that fire safety measures require constant attention even in countries with strong building standards.
What caused the bedroom fire? Officials continue investigating the exact circumstances that led to the blaze.