In addition to the fire brigade, the St. Gallen cantonal police were on duty with several patrols and specialists.
dho. A fire on the village square in Wattwil was reported to the cantonal emergency call center of the St. Gallen cantonal police on Tuesday night. A person was found dead in an apartment after around 90 minutes, the police now report.
Ten people were able to leave the five apartments unharmed. Because of the heavy smoke, everyone was examined by an emergency doctor on site.
A total of over 150 emergency services were on site. This was also due to the dense construction in the village center, according to the St. Gallen canton police.
According to the police, the fire in the properties spread quickly and spread to the attic.
The cause of the fire is still unknown at this time. The property damage amounts to several hundred thousand francs. Two properties are also no longer habitable. Alternative accommodation has been organized for the people affected.