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Major fire in the former Bad Neuenahr high school: extensive property damage!
In Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler there was a lot of material damage due to a fire in the roof structure; Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.
Major fire in the former Bad Neuenahr high school: extensive property damage!
There was a violent fire in Bad Neuenahr on Wednesday that caused extensive property damage amounting to several hundred thousand euros. The flames broke out in the roof of a former high school and destroyed large parts of the roof and a photovoltaic system. Fortunately, no one was injured and all residents were able to get to safety in time. The fire department's extinguishing work has now been largely completed and the closure of Mittelstrasse has been lifted. But not only the high school, but also two residential buildings in the city center were damaged by the fire and are currently uninhabitable. The exact amount of damage is currently unclear Tixio reported.
The first indications of the cause of the fire indicate that the fire started on a parasol on a balcony. The police are investigating to clarify the exact circumstances of the fire. Fire experts are scheduled to carry out investigations in the coming days to shed light on the matter. SWR also reports on a temporary warning from the fire department due to smoke development, which was lifted shortly before 7 p.m. Residents were asked to keep their windows and doors closed and to avoid the area while the fire department with around 110 firefighters was on site.
Causes of fire in focus
As experts emphasize, flammable work is one of the most common causes of fire. This includes activities such as welding, soldering or even using hobby equipment such as hot glue guns and soldering irons. These devices should be used with caution and under supervision to avoid creating unnecessary fire hazards in your home. Fire protection headquarters points out that such devices are often handled carelessly, especially in the hobby sector, which can quickly lead to dangerous situations. It is all the more important that everyone involved takes the necessary safety precautions and is aware of the dangers.
Although the exact circumstances of the fire are still being determined, this incident shows once again how quickly a harmless situation can develop into a devastating fire. However, the efforts of the fire brigade and the solidarity of the community in Bad Neuenahr show that we stand together even in times of crisis. We will continue to monitor developments surrounding the fire and keep you updated.