Around 9:30 p.m. on Grodzieńska Street in Prague North, a fire raged in a building’s staircase, consuming two vehicles before firefighters halted the blaze and no injuries were reported.
Fire Occurs in Apartment Stairwell
At approximately 9:30 p.m., a fire erupted inside the “studni” (stairwell) of a Prague North apartment building, engulfing a Ford and a Volkswagen.
Firefighters Respond Quickly
Units from JRG 5 arrived promptly and applied high‑pressure water bursts to the burning cars, controlling the fire before it could spread.
Vehicles Heavily Damaged
Despite the swift response, one vehicle was completely destroyed and the other suffered significant damage.
Possible Arson Suspected
Witness accounts indicate that the incident may have been intentional, prompting a police investigation into the cause and circumstances.
No Casualties Reported
No injuries were sustained, and residents were not required to evacuate the building.
Scene Cleared by Firefighters
Fire services concluded their operations after inspecting the scene for potential smoldering embers, confirming the area was safe.