A major fire broke out on the roof of a hospital in Ludwigslust, a town in northern Germany, in the early hours of Thursday, 2 July 2026. According to German authorities, at least 34 people were injured. The blaze erupted under unclear circumstances, prompting doctors and nurses to urgently evacuate patients.
Uncertain Casualty Toll
German tabloid Bild reported that two patients have died, though police have not yet confirmed this information. The roof caught fire at 4:28 a.m. local time (5:28 a.m. Greek time), according to official statements.
Evacuation Underway
The exact number of people evacuated remains unclear, and the current condition of the injured is still unknown. Reports indicate that at least 82 patients were inside the facility at the time of the fire. Video footage shows patients being moved out on stretchers, hospital beds, and wheelchairs. Staff in medical uniforms were seen on the sidewalk and grass outside the burning building, while thick smoke rose from the structure.