A fire broke out this Monday evening in a building located in Forbach (Moselle) near the Place de l'Alma.
The firefighters were alerted by witnesses and residents of the building.
They evacuated 36 people.
During the operation, firefighters discovered a 68-year-old woman who was lifeless.
The victim was taken to Marie-Madeleine hospital.
A second person was injured.
This is a firefighter.
Slightly affected, he was treated by the Samu.
The apartment in which the fire started is said to be on the seventh floor.
Rescuers were able to access it by going through one of the adjacent housing.
The people in the building were gathered outside after they were evacuated.
Only one apartment was damaged by the flames
They received a survival blanket and a nearby bar offered them a hot drink, says
Le Républicain Lorrain
.
The occupants were examined by medics, who indicated that their physical health was not of concern.
Firefighters must now inspect the building to prevent any new fire.
Residents will then be able to return to their respective homes, with the exception of the one where the fire broke out.
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