Le Prévoux farm fire destroys two buildings

A major fire broke out at a farm in Le Prévoux, Neuchâtel, on Monday, October 12, 2026, around 9:50 PM. The blaze destroyed two buildings, including the main residence and a structure used for agricultural machinery.

Emergency responders, including 40 firefighters, evacuated three people from the premises. All animals on the farm were successfully rescued. One individual was transported to the hospital in La Chaux-de-Fonds for observation following smoke inhalation. Alternative accommodation has been arranged for the affected residents, and authorities have launched a criminal investigation to determine the cause of the fire.