Significant Fire Engulfs Home in Nyvång, Emergency Services Respond

A fire in Nyvång has completely engulfed a house, with emergency services responding effectively and no reported injuries.

Key Points

  • • Fire engulfed a chain house and garage in Nyvång at 05:37 on May 17, 2025.
  • • No injuries reported; the house was evacuated before emergency services arrived.
  • • Emergency services are focused on preventing fire spread and have ordered a digger for firefighting aid.
  • • The garage's position between the burning house and other structures has aided containment efforts.

A major fire incident broke out early on Saturday morning in Nyvång, located in Åstorps municipality. The fire erupted at approximately 05:37, completely engulfing a chain house and an adjacent garage in flames. Fortunately, the occupants were evacuated before the fire department's arrival, and there have been no reports of injuries.

Emergency services have taken action to prevent the flames from spreading to nearby structures, aided by the fact that a garage is situated between the burning home and adjacent properties. Mats Streer, the commander on duty from the Southern Rescue Service, emphasized the focus on controlling the fire, stating, "Our main objective is to prevent the fire from spreading further." To enhance their firefighting efforts, responders have deployed a digger to assist in demolishing parts of the structure.

Authorities are also closely monitoring the situation as it evolves, ensuring that safety remains the priority. As this incident is ongoing, further updates are expected to be provided as more details surface about the incident and the efforts to control the fire.