Dramatic Rescue in Berlin: Woman Leaps From 11th Floor Amid Massive Fire
A massive blaze erupted early Friday morning in Berlin's Friedrichshain district, forcing a resident of a 21‑storey apartment block to leap from a window about 35 metres high to save her life.
Incident details
The fire broke out around 06:30 am on the 11th floor and quickly spread to the floor above, filling the corridor with thick smoke. The woman tried to descend to a firefighter positioned two floors below on a ladder, but lost her footing and slipped.
As the flames intensified, she had no alternative but to jump. The firefighter caught her mid‑air, preventing a fatal fall.
Context
Authorities reported at least five injuries and said fire crews contained the blaze in under three hours, averting a larger disaster.
The incident highlights the growing frequency of residential fires across European cities, underscoring the crucial role of rapid emergency response.
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