Fire in Sölk: Destroyed two buildings by battery explosion

Fire in Sölk: Destroyed two buildings by battery explosion

The population is in shock in the Ennstal community of Sölk after two buildings were destroyed in a devastating fire. The fire brigade had their hands full to master the flames and prevent further damage. According to initial information, the fire broke out while charging batteries.

The investigations by the fire investigators clearly show that it is not arson. A spokesman for the emergency services said that the cause of the fire in the context of the charging process of the batteries should be found. This is a serious problem, since improper handling or technical defects can lead to such dangerous situations when loading lithium-ion batteries.

The action must be considered alarming. The destruction of the two buildings could not only result in material damage, but also raises questions about safety in dealing with modern technologies. The local authorities have already initiated the first measures to avoid similar accidents in the future.