Fire at Nesøya Residence – Residents Safe, Investigation Underway

Shortly after midnight on Sunday, March 22, 2026, emergency services responded to reports of smoke emanating from a detached house in the Vendla area of Nesøya, Asker. The two occupants were safely evacuated by a security guard before the arrival of firefighters and are currently undergoing checks at the hospital.

Details of the Incident

According to a statement from the Asker and Bærum fire service, the initial call came from the property’s security company, reporting a fire in a bedroom. Six fire trucks were dispatched to the scene. Duty commander Kim Angell reported that the fire was extinguished by 00:37. Budstikka was the first to report the incident.

Possible Cause

Preliminary investigations suggest the fire may have been caused by a heating blanket. However, the fire service is continuing to investigate the full extent of the damage and the precise cause of the blaze.

Vendla and Nesøya

Vendla is a residential area on Nesøya, a peninsula in Asker municipality. The area consists primarily of single-family homes and some multi-family dwellings, many with waterfront access. Lokalhistoriewiki.no details the history of the area, noting the name “Vendla” likely originates from Traditional Norse words meaning “curved” or “bending,” referencing the shape of the coastline.

Recent Property Sales in the Area

Recent real estate transactions in the Vendla area demonstrate the high value of properties on Nesøya. In November 2025, a luxury villa in Hestesundveien 10, also on Nesøya, was sold for 70 million kroner. Previously, a property at Vendla 27 sold for 50 million kroner earlier in the summer. Finansavisen reported on these sales.

Nearby Amenities

Nesøya offers residents access to a variety of amenities, including forests, nature reserves, and waterfront areas like Hvamodden and Brønnøya. Asker Kommune highlights the presence of Vendla barnehage, a local kindergarten, and nearby recreational facilities.

Further Updates

Authorities will release further information as the investigation progresses. This article will be updated as new details turn into available.