Large deployment in Tübingen: fire in wooden barracks with 150,000 euros damage!

Large deployment in Tübingen: fire in wooden barracks with 150,000 euros damage!

In the night of Wednesday, April 9, 2025, a devastating fire broke out in an older company building in Tübingen, which was used as a warehouse. Shortly after midnight, the emergency services were alerted to flames in the street "in front of the Großholz". The fire spread quickly, which is due to the timber construction of the building. The property damage is estimated at at least 150,000 euros, as fireworld.at reported.

The fire brigade was used with 125 emergency services and 23 vehicles to extinguish the fire. For provision, 18 rescue workers with six vehicles were also sent to the site. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. In order to avoid another risk, Stadtwerke Tübingen parked the gas supply for several adjacent buildings. A police helicopter supported the fire brigade, but was later withdrawn.

cause and investigation

The cause of the fire is so far unclear and is examined by the criminal police. As Landtag-bw.de also reported in the morning to complete the extinguishing work and ensure safety in the affected area.

The situation in Tübingen illustrates the dangers that arise from fires in wooden buildings. The committed helpers of the fire brigade and emergency services reacted exemplary, which was crucial for the avoidance of person injuries. The investigation into the exact cause of the fire continues to identify and fix possible security deficiencies.