Fast reaction from the fire brigade: forest fire in Rohrberg successfully combated

Fast reaction from the fire brigade: forest fire in Rohrberg successfully combated

In the afternoon of November 5, 2024, a forest fire occurred in Rohrberg, the outbreak of which was registered with the cable car employees during the preparatory work for the winter months. These had just started the necessary preparations for the valley downhill when a fire suddenly broke out in the area. The fast reaction of the fire brigade was crucial to quickly control the fire.

The emergency services were quickly on site and at the same time had to take care of the extinguishing water and the complicated location in the forest. The team around the head of operations showed excellent organization to keep the flames in chess and prevent the fire from spreading.

special challenges in use

The fire brigade had to deal with difficult conditions. The rough terrain and the drought had quickly increased the fire. The emergency services use special techniques to combat the fire, including the use of extinguishing aircraft that specifically warm up water.

In addition, the safety of the cable car employees was in the foreground. The fire brigade and other emergency services ensured that everyone nearby was brought to safety before complete control over the fire could be manufactured. Witness reports of impressive moments when the aircraft flew over the fire site and warped water, which brought some calming down in the tense situation.

The FIRE's quick and professional intervention prevented the fire from attacking the surrounding residential area, which was the most important thing in this situation. The emergency services are active until the evening hours to ensure that the fire was definitely deleted and there was no longer any risk.

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