A fire broke out in the basement of an unoccupied semi-detached house in Rheinfelden, causing significant damage to a heating system and surrounding installations.

On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, shortly before 4:00 PM, emergency services were alerted to heavy smoke emanating from the basement of a semi-detached house on Rheintalstraße in Adelhausen, Rheinfelden. The house was unoccupied at the time of the incident, and the fire originated from the heating system located in the basement.

Upon arrival, firefighters found that the fire had already extinguished itself, leaving behind significant smoke in the area. The heating system was completely destroyed by the fire, and electrical installations and wiring around the source of the blaze were also damaged. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the fire.

The estimated property damage amounts to approximately €25,000. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in connection with the incident. Media inquiries regarding the case can be directed to Thomas Batzel at the Freiburg Police Headquarters Press Office via phone or email.