Fire brigade rescues in Ennepetal: Carbon monoxide alarm causes evacuation!

Fire brigade rescues in Ennepetal: Carbon monoxide alarm causes evacuation!

Ennepetal– An alarming incident occurred on October 13, 2024, when the Ennepetal fire department was called to Tulpenweg at 8:06 p.m. The trigger was a carbon monoxide alarm that went off in a boiler room. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless gas that can be dangerous in high concentrations, which is why raising the alarm in time often saves lives.

After receiving the alarm, the fire department evacuated the affected building. An extinguishing attack was prepared in order to be able to react quickly in an emergency. The emergency services, equipped with multi-gas detectors, searched the area to check the security situation. Fortunately, no technical problem could be found in the building; A technical defect in the alarm itself was the cause of the alarm. The measured values ​​remained unremarkable both in the affected house and in the neighboring buildings.

Preparation for an operation

The Ennepetal fire brigade was deployed with forces from the main station as well as the Milspe/Altenvoerde fire brigade and the Voerde fire brigade. The local energy supplier was also alerted, but was canceled on the way there as the situation quickly cleared up. The fire department's quick response ensured that all residents in the nearby neighborhood were sheltered while operations continued. The temporary accommodation with neighbors was very fortunate considering the cold weather.

After almost 41 minutes, more precisely at 8:47 p.m., the fire department was finally able to give the all-clear and the apartment owners returned to their home. This incident reminds us once again how important it is to install alarms. Carbon monoxide can be produced in many everyday situations, especially near heating devices, and the timely alarm can help detect dangers early.

Concern about safety incidents of this nature requires both residents and firefighters to remain vigilant and ensure that all warning systems are always functioning. The commitment of the Ennepetal fire department, as well as its operational readiness, underlines the importance of modern fire protection and safety measures in residential areas.

This incident also highlights the need for regular maintenance of equipment that could potentially create hazards. Checking and testing carbon monoxide detectors can be life-saving in an emergency. Further information about safety instructions and emergency procedures can be found in the attached safety information from the fire department and local authorities.

In summary, this incident is an important example of the reactive and proactive safety work of the fire department in Ennepetal, whose emergency services are always ready to act quickly in an emergency and to protect residents.