Cable fire during the carnival parade: Fire department saves tractor in Vorchdorf!

Cable fire during the carnival parade: Fire department saves tractor in Vorchdorf!

On the afternoon of February 28, 2025, there was a fire on a tractor in an agricultural building in Vorchdorf (Gmunden district). During preparations for a carnival parade in the town of Peintal, those present noticed a cable fire and immediately alerted the fire department. The operational keyword was “vehicle fire in building”, whereupon three fire departments from the area were called to the scene fireworld.at reported.

When the fire brigade arrived, the first signs were reassuring, as the remaining people were able to bring the fire under control themselves using a fire extinguisher. The emergency services then led the tractor out of the building outside, where they ensured that the extinguishing powder had been washed off and that there were no further dangers. The police have already started an investigation into the incident tips.at reported. Fortunately, there was little material damage in this incident and any injuries to those involved could be ruled out.