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Car goes up in flames: fire brigade saves driver and passenger!
On March 30, 2025 there was a vehicle fire on the B100. Fire brigade extinguished, everyone involved was not injured.
Car goes up in flames: fire brigade saves driver and passenger!
On March 30, 2025, a dramatic incident occurred on the Drautal Bundesstraße (B100) between Greifenburg and Steinfeld. A 31-year-old Upper Austrian and his passenger suddenly noticed smoke in the passenger compartment of her vehicle while driving. This led to a rapid actions of the driver, who immediately steered the car onto the road bank and left the vehicle together with his accompaniment.
in Poco's minutes the car was in full fire and burned out completely. This fast fire development is alarming, since vehicle fires can often be triggered by various causes, including technical failure or negligent handling of combustible materials. According to current statistics on fire damage in Germany, which is also relevant in Austria, traffic accidents and subsequent fires are an important problem, which is often not perceived sufficiently. Further information on the causes statistics of fire damage can be found on the website of the IFS .
use of the fire brigade
The fire brigade was quickly called to help. The volunteer fire brigades Greifenburg, Radlach and Gerlamoos were used with a total of three vehicles and 22 comrades. Their rapid reaction and professionalism were crucial to extinguish the fire before it could spread to surrounding areas. Despite the quick measures, all help came too late for the vehicle itself, which was completely lost.
Such incidents underline the importance of fast reactions and a precise understanding of the dangers associated with vehicle fires. Experts strongly advise drivers to take the warning signs of a fire seriously and act immediately in the event of smoke or smells. The incident in Greifenburg serves as a pressing memory that safety on the street should never be taken lightly.
Fortunately, the 31-year-old driver and his companion were not injured, which can be seen as a positive result in view of the situation. Further explanations of fire damage and their causes are available on the IFS websites and other institutions in order to be able to prevent preventive in the future.