A freestanding sauna caught fire in Kiruna, Sweden on February 27, 2026, prompting an emergency response from local authorities. According to reports from local media, the fire was reported to SOS Alarm around 21:30 and was described as "fully developed" by the alarm operator.
The fire occurred at Nedre Laukkuluspa in Kiruna, with the burning sauna located approximately ten meters from the nearest building. Three fire trucks from the rescue service (Räddningstjänsten) were dispatched to the scene to combat the blaze.
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Both Kuriren and Norrländska Socialdemokraten reported on the incident within minutes of each other, though neither source provided information about potential casualties or the cause of the fire. The reports indicate the emergency response was underway as of publication time.
The incident highlights the ongoing fire risks in residential areas, particularly with freestanding structures like saunas that may be located near other buildings. No further details about the extent of damage or the firefighting operation were immediately available.