Red Cross Aids Residents After Early Morning Breiðholt House Fire

Early Morning Blaze in Breiðholt

An early morning fire broke out on January 4, 2026, in a detached house located on Brúnastekkur in the Breiðholt district of Reykjavík, Iceland. The alarm was raised around 2:30 AM, prompting a rapid response from emergency services.

Firefighters from across the capital area were dispatched to the scene. The blaze, which caused significant damage to one room and left the rest of the house affected by smoke, was successfully extinguished within approximately two hours.

No Injuries Reported, House Uninhabitable

Despite the extensive damage, authorities confirmed that there were no injuries to residents or emergency personnel. However, the house was deemed uninhabitable following the incident.

Lárus Björnsson, chief of the capital area's fire department, confirmed the containment of the fire to a single room and the absence of injuries. The cause of the fire remains unclear, and the police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Red Cross Provides Immediate Assistance

In the wake of the fire, the Icelandic Red Cross swiftly stepped in to provide crucial support to the affected residents. The organization ensured that those displaced by the fire had a safe place to stay for the night.

The Red Cross's assistance is vital in such situations, offering immediate relief and shelter when homes become temporarily or permanently uninhabitable.