Two Dead in House Fire in Salzlandkreis, Germany

Two fatalities and serious injuries in devastating house blaze

A house fire in Aschersleben, Salzlandkreis, Germany, has left two people dead and two others with severe injuries. The fire broke out in a residential building on Saturday evening, and by Sunday morning, emergency services were still working to put out the blaze.

Cause of the fire still under investigation

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, although local news organizations report that authorities do not believe there was foul play. The two victims, a man and a woman, were found in the upper floor of the building. "The fire was so intense that the roof collapsed," said a spokesperson for the Salzlandkreis fire department.

Victims identified as elderly couple

The victims have been identified as an elderly couple who lived in the house. The couple, who were in their 80s, are believed to have died from smoke inhalation and burns. The two injured individuals, also elderly, were taken to a local hospital and are reported to be in critical condition.

Community shaken by tragedy

The fire has shaken the small community of Aschersleben. "It's a terrible tragedy," said Aschersleben Mayor Gerhard Stork. "Our thoughts are with the victims and their families." The local authorities have set up a counseling center for those affected by the fire.