Over 100 rabbits and birds died in a fire in Hindelbank BE. The apartment building in front of which the shelter with the animals was located was badly damaged. No people were injured.
According to the Emmental cantonal governor's office, the fire broke out in the shelter early on Tuesday afternoon. When the fire department arrived on the scene, the flames had already spread to the house.
Animals could only be rescued dead
The residents of the house were able to leave the building and get to safety. However, there was no rescue for the small animals in the shelter. According to the press release, they could only be rescued dead.
The fire department was able to bring the fire under control and extinguish it. The apartment building was badly damaged and is currently no longer habitable. The Bern cantonal police have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire.