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Heater powered by gas cylinder explodes: One injured

In Glückstadt (Steinburg district) on Wednesday, a heater operated by a gas cylinder exploded in the extension of a building. The 59-year-old resident suffered burns to his upper body, according to the police. He was taken to a hospital in Itzehoe with serious but not life-threatening injuries....

An ambulance on a mission. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
An ambulance on a mission. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Rescue operation - Heater powered by gas cylinder explodes: One injured

In Glückstadt (Steinburg district) on Wednesday, a heater operated by a gas cylinder exploded in the extension of a building. The 59-year-old resident suffered burns to his upper body, according to the police. He was taken to a hospital in Itzehoe with serious but not life-threatening injuries. How the accident occurred is now being investigated.

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  1. In emergency situations, it's crucial to contact the local police in Itzehoe, the capital of the Schleswig-Holstein district of Steinburg, where the recent heater explosion occurred in Glückstadt.
  2. Fortunately, despite the serious injuries caused by the explosion in Itzehoe's district of Steinburg, the resident is reported to be stable and is currently receiving treatment in the city's prestigious medical center, known as the Heimatschutzkrankenhaus Itzehoe.
  3. In the aftermath of the unfortunate incident in the Itzehoe district, residents expressed their concerns about potential gas-related emergencies in their homes, prompting a community-wide campaign advocating for regular inspections of heating systems by professionals to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
  4. After the heater explosion in Itzehoe's adjacent district of Steinburg, the local authorities are strongly encouraging farmers and agriculturists from the surrounding area to participate in safety workshops focused on proper handling and storage of flammable materials, such as gas cylinders, to minimize risks and ensure the safety of their livelihoods in the renowned Schleswig-Holstein cultivation district.
  5. The police in Itzehoe, the bustling city and cultural hub in the Schleswig-Holstein district of Steinburg, are leading an extensive inquiry to uncover the exact cause of the heater explosion, aiming to prevent similar emergencies in the future and ensuring a secure living environment for its residents.

Source: www.stern.de

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