Volunteer fire brigade Schwertberg: Record year with 236 missions!

A challenging year for the Schwertberg volunteer fire brigade: In 2024, the team presented loads with a record number of 236 missions before immense - a significant increase compared to 2023, where only 160 missions were recorded. Under the missions, numerous fire alarms and technical assistance were found, which required an intensive and coordinated reaction from the fire brigade. During this time, 6 people and 14 animals were saved, which underlines the importance of the team's voluntary work. In a total of 2685 hours and over 2030 kilometers covered, the fire brigade was ready to help the residents in need, such as Fireworld.at reported.

At the annual general assembly of the fire brigade, which was already the 149th, the balance sheet was also drawn for 2022. At that time there were 135 missions that were distributed to 93 technical assistance and 42 fires. The fire brigade was able to save 31 people and 3 animals. Particularly noteworthy is the growth in the youth group, which was strengthened by over 20 new members. Among the numerous awards awarded during the meeting, the appointment of the previous youth worker Graf Alexander, who resigned for professional reasons, was an important point. His successor is now Jastrzemski Simon. In addition, Commandant Christian Pre was chosen for another term, as well as the other officials who will lead the command, such as