A historic villa in Warsaw’s Ochota district, located at Żwirki i Wigury 25, caught fire on Wednesday at around 18:25, with firefighters still battling the blaze.
Fire Incident Details
The villa, owned by Artur Stefański, a well-known Warsaw gardener, was constructed in the 1930s and has been abandoned for years. The building’s structure is a mix of brick and wood.
The fire had completely engulfed the building by the time the first firefighting units arrived on the scene. Despite efforts to contain the blaze, it has not yet been brought under control, and firefighting operations are ongoing in challenging conditions.
Emergency Response and Impact
Four firefighting teams, a city operational group, two medical rescue teams, and four police crews are on the scene. The street has been partially blocked, with one lane in the direction of Chopin Airport remaining closed.
During the firefighting efforts, part of the roof that was on fire collapsed.
Background and Investigation
The villa was built by Artur Stefański in the 1930s and was rebuilt after the war by his wife or daughter, Irena Stefańska. The building has been disused for decades and has fallen into disrepair.
The cause of the fire and any potential casualties are currently unknown. Authorities are focusing on extinguishing the fire and securing the area.
