Toxins in the cellar - Residential building fire - evacuation due to hazardous substances in the basement
A fire department intervention for a roof truss fire in Gorleben had unexpected consequences: Upon the arrival of the emergency response teams, it was discovered that hazardous substances were present in the basement of the house, the police reported. Therefore, precautionarily, an area of approximately 100 meters in radius was evacuated. Several residents were taken to a multi-purpose hall in the afternoon. A 62-year-old resident of the house in the Lüchow-Dannenberg district was slightly injured by the smoke development. The damage to property is estimated to be around 100,000 Euros.
The fire department's operation in Gorleben was initiated due to a roof truss fire. The fire department's presence was needed as the blaze threatened to spread. The presence of hazardous substances in the basement complicated the fire department's operation. The discovery of toxic substances necessitated a prompt evacuation of the surrounding area. The evacuation procedure involved moving residents to a safe location, such as a multi-purpose hall. The operational force from Lower Saxony was called in to assist with the hazardous substance situation. The incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of emergencies and the importance of having a well-prepared and swift response from the fire department.
