The risk of asbestos after major fire: Provided the ban on entering for Hamm!

The risk of asbestos after major fire: Provided the ban on entering for Hamm!

published: Wednesday, 06.11.2024 05:34

After a devastating major fire on the site of the former mine East mine in Hamm-Herringen, the Situation is alarming for the residents! Asbestos -containing fragments were discovered in the area, which forces the city to take drastic measures: an immediate ban on entering seven houses was issued to protect the 24 affected residents, including four children!

With high pressure, the cleaning of the endangered land is now being worked on. From today, November 6th, a specialist company will take the wiping and air samples in the affected buildings in order to precisely check the risk. A comprehensive interior cleaning is carried out for positive findings. But the focus is not only on the houses - the streets and sidewalks nearby have already been cleaned thoroughly to minimize the risk of asbestos. An expert office also checks whether there are other asbestos -containing fragments in the forest settlement.

protective measures and support for those affected

"We ordered the ban on entering residents to protect," said Environment Director Volker Burgard. "We do everything we can to the fact that those affected can return to their apartments as soon as possible." The city of Hamm has already personally informed about the dangers and offers the affected families temporary accommodation. A service phone is available for questions, and the RAG Aktiengesellschaft has set up another service phone to offer residents quick help. Observations can also be reported by email-the city asks the residents to document their observations with photos at best.

of independent cleaning attempts is strongly discouraged! Instead, qualified experts will discuss and carry out the necessary measures with those affected. The situation remains tense and the residents hope for a quick solution!