Analyzes after major fire: East Tyroleans don't have to worry!

Analyzes after major fire: East Tyroleans don't have to worry!

Lienz, Österreich - On July 1, 2025, the results of the rehearsal analyzes are the focus of the public after a major fire in East Tyrol. The analytical Taskforce Munich had taken samples on Sunday, June 29, to identify possible hazardous substances. The tests were carried out at 18 different locations, with the aim of determining any crossing of the limit values ​​for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear fabrics, also known as CBRN fabrics. According to dolomitenstadt there was no indication of a endangerment of the population or the environment.

Elmar Rizzoli, head of the Center for Crisis and Disaster Management, emphasizes that the concerns of the population are taken seriously. The rehearsals were taken at strategic points, including the access road to the damaged area and several fire and educational institutions in the area. The results of the analyzes will be published in detail in the course of the next day.

health effects and symptoms

Although the analyzes did not find CBRN threats, some people affected reported symptoms such as shortness of breath, headaches and vomiting that could be related to heavy smoke development. Mediciner Theresa Geley found that headaches and mucous membrane are common acute symptoms, but no long -term health consequences are to be expected. Even grown vegetables and fruit can continue to be edible after careful washing.

In addition to the analyzes of the analytical task force, the Bolzano fire brigade was activated to carry out measurements of various pollutants such as hydrogen chlorine, hydrogen and carbon monoxide. This shows how important comprehensive studies are to ensure the safety of the population. CBRN fabrics can not only be released, but also through accidents in the environment, which in past events such as Fukushima or Seveso led to devastating consequences, as on BBK is described.

sampling and ensuring standards

The sampling in CBRN operations is a complex task that requires qualified techniques and materials. According to BBK , special CBRN-exploration cars are required. The quality of the sampling is crucial for the detection of hazardous substances in the laboratory.

In Germany there is currently no uniform standard for sampling in the event of danger, which is why the BBK has been published by recommendations since 2010 that are also used in training. These recommendations represent an important basis for fire departments and disaster protection in order to work efficiently and safely when sampling in population protection.