In Saignelégier, a fire erupted in the early hours of August 11, 2025, at approximately 4:35 AM on Rue de la Gruère. The blaze ignited under a terrace covering at number 17, prompting immediate action from the Franches-Montagnes fire service, assisted by the Tramelan rescue team. Their swift response contained the fire, preventing it from spreading to nearby buildings.
Several residents were evacuated due to smoke, and an ambulance was dispatched to check individuals affected by it. Fortunately, damage was limited to the terrace cover and part of an adjacent garage. Authorities have launched an investigation to uncover the cause of the fire, with several people reportedly in the vicinity just before the incident, potentially playing a role in its origin. Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the police central office at 032 420 65 65.
