Fire in Bludenz: Police are looking for witnesses for mysterious fire!

Fire in Bludenz: Police are looking for witnesses for mysterious fire!

On Friday, February 21, 2025, around 5:48 p.m., a forest fire broke out in Bludenz, which extended to an area of ​​30 to 40 square meters. The fire, which was only about six meters from the sidewalk, was immediately fought by the Bludenz fire brigade, which moved out with three vehicles and 25 emergency services. Despite the rapid reaction of the fire brigade, the fire could not be deleted with commercially available fire extinguishers. Fortunately, the emergency services managed to quickly control the fire so that worse things were prevented.

According to initial investigations by the Vorarlberg police, residues of fired “Swiss Krachern” were found near the fire. This suggests possible arson. The police ask the population for relevant information and can be reached on the phone number +43 (0) 59 133 8100, as 5min.at reported.

carnival celebrations in Bludenz

While the fire brigade deleted the fire, the traditional Jörium took place in Bludenz, a spectacle that turns the city into a carnival stronghold. The locals and visitors celebrated with colorful costumes and exuberant parties for two days. On Fasnatsam Day, the celebrations started with a lively move and various events in the old town, including the popular Jörimeilen, where local shops invited to celebrate. The Guggamusik "Moltaschori" created a good atmosphere at 6:30 p.m., while in the Fohren Center DJ Staub Sepp for party clubbing.

The JörigePläscher and the many activities that also took place in the Café Remise and the steamer cave made the carnival weekend an unforgettable experience. The big Jöriumzug on the carnival Sunday promised a colorful line-up and a lot of music, which provided additional enthusiasm, as Bludenz-events.at reported.