Fire brigade saves 43 guests from burning hotel in Piesendorf!

Fire brigade saves 43 guests from burning hotel in Piesendorf!

Friedensbach, 5721 Piesendorf, Österreich - in Piesendorf, Salzburg, was triggered on December 24, 2024 at 1:55 a.m. a hotel fire, which quickly called on the alarmed fire brigade Piesendorf and Kaprun. The fire brigade was immediately transferred to alarm level 2 when the emergency services arrived on site. The fire occurred in the entrance area of ​​the hotel, where an Advent wreath opened in flames and smoke off the entire area. A brave employee tried to fight the fire with a fire extinguisher, but suffered minor injuries, as the Piesendorf volunteer fire brigade reported.

rescue operation under difficult conditions

As a result of the smoke, 43 guests had to be brought to safety via balconies and terraces. The fire brigade coordinated the evacuation and recorded all guests with a list of occupancy. Fortunately, guests were able to be accommodated in nearby accommodation and in the fire station, supported by the Red Cross. At the same time, the respiratory protection team carried out extinguishing measures with high pressure pipes, which finally reported the success at 02:10 a.m.: "Fire from". After ventilation of the staircase and the inspection of the rooms, all guests were able to return to their accommodations, as well as the State Fire Brigade Association Salzburg documented.

The use, in which a total of 60 firefighters and 11 vehicles were mobilized, ended at 3:30 a.m. The fire brigade Piesendorf under the direction of OFK HBI Michael Unterberger was well organized and capable of acting throughout the operation. The fast and effective use ensured the well -being of the guests and prevented the fire from spreading. Such operations underline the importance of quick alarm and effective emergency services in fire fighting.