Police in Skien opened a case after a candle‑related fire broke out in an apartment building on Kongtensgate. The blaze started on the second floor, sparked by a candle, and was quickly put out by the building’s sprinkler system. Firefighters reported only minor fire damage but noted extensive water damage from the sprinklers. The emergency services arrived within an hour of the smoke alarm and conducted a safety check before the incident was declared under control. The police investigated the cause, and the fire service continued salvage work on the scene. The case has since been closed by the Sør‑Øst Police District.
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