Hero in Haldensleben: Man saves car from blazing inferno!

Hero in Haldensleben: Man saves car from blazing inferno!

A dramatic event took place in Haldensleben on Tuesday evening when a double garage burst into flames. An attentive resident, who was warned in time, was able to save his car from burning out completely with a courageous action. Police reported that the warning came from a witness who noticed the fire and alerted the vehicle owner.

Although the man was able to save one of his two vehicles, the other one was unfortunately not spared and was completely destroyed by fire. These scenes show once again how quickly such dangerous situations can arise and what risks they pose for residents.

Rescue efforts by the fire department and medical assistance

Due to the fire, it was necessary to bring several residents from neighboring houses to safety. Some of them had inhaled smoke, which can have serious health consequences. They were then taken to hospital for examination to ensure they had not suffered any permanent damage.

The Haldensleben Volunteer Fire Department responded quickly and decisively by removing gas bottles from the garage. This effectively prevented the flames from spreading to neighboring houses. These preventive measures taken by the fire department are of great importance in defusing a potentially catastrophic situation.

Initial estimates of the damage amount to around 140,000 euros. The police are already investigating the exact causes of the fire and assume a technical defect was a possible trigger. This highlights the importance of technical security checks to avoid such incidents in the future.

The incident raises questions about the safety of garages and the need for early warning systems in residential areas. It is hoped that affected residents will be able to return to their homes soon and that valuable lessons will be learned from this situation. For a detailed look at the case, see the report on www.mdr.de.