Fire chief confirms Eirargarður buildings are not fire hazards

The fire department in Tórshavn has recommended repairs to residential buildings at Eirargarður but stresses that current residents should not fear for their fire safety, as the structures are not deemed fire hazards, according to a statement to Faroese broadcaster Kringvarp Føroya.

Buildings at Eirargarður 4, 6, and 8 are in need of upgrades to maintain safety standards while alternative housing is secured, said Heini Østerø, fire chief of Tórshavn’s fire brigade. “The responsibility for fire safety lies with the property owner,” confirmed the Faroese Labour and Fire Safety Authority.

Østerø emphasised that although improvements are necessary, the buildings do not pose an immediate fire risk to residents. “They should not worry about fire safety—the buildings are not fire hazards,” he stated.