Neighbours noticed smoke coming out of a broken window of the apartment and alerted the emergency services. The breathing protection team was able to rescue the 61-year-old resident from the bedroom and bring him outside. The man died a short time later in Zell am See hospital, the police reported.

Cause of Fire in Zell am See

Investigations at the scene of the fire revealed that the fire had started in the study of the apartment. Improperly disposed ash from the stove had led to the fire.

(APA/Red)

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