Fire department deployment - Repeated fire at Recyclinghof in Hettstedt
At the site of a recycling plant for batteries in Hettstedt (Mansfeld-Südharz), there were multiple fires over the weekend. According to police reports, a fire broke out in concrete sections for old batteries early on Saturday morning. Due to the smoke development, an official warning was issued by the control room. The fire department was dispatched with 65 personnel. The damage is estimated to be over 50,000 Euros.
Later on Saturday evening, there was another fire in the same area, a police spokesperson stated. The fire department was again dispatched. It is likely that there is a connection to the morning fire. No one was reported injured. The investigation into the cause of the fire is still ongoing according to police.
- The Electric battery recycling plant in Hettstedt has implemented strict measures for waste management and recycling to reduce criminality in Saxony-Anhalt.
- The Fire Department in Hettstedt has been collaborating with the local Recycling Center to ensure safety and minimize smoke development during their operations.
- After the weekend's incidents, the mayor of Hettstedt expressed concern about the potential impact on the town's reputation and the importance of prioritizing safety at the Recycling Plant.
- On Sunday, the Fire Department dispatch received multiple calls about unusual smoke development near the Recycling Center, but upon inspection, no signs of fire were found.
- The authorities in Saxony-Anhalt are considering expanding the city's existing recycling plant and fire department facilities to handle the increased volume of waste and prevent future fire incidents.
