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Major fire in Bühlerzell: Baler ignites 10 hectares of land!
A fire in Bühlerzell caused by a baler requires 100 emergency services. Drought and heat increase the risk.
Major fire in Bühlerzell: Baler ignites 10 hectares of land!
A dramatic fire occurred on July 13, 2025 in Bühlerzell, in the Schwäbisch Hall district. The cause? A baler that caught fire in the Geifertshofen district. The persistent heat and dry conditions already contributed to the fire spreading quickly. Around 100 firefighters were mobilized to fight the flames and prevent anything worse from happening. The emergency services included not only various fire departments, but also energetic farmers who used their machines to provide support.
How daily news reported, the Bühlerzell fire department was alerted first. Due to the extent of the fire, support was quickly requested, including fire departments from Obersontheim and Bühlertann with a total of six vehicles. A swap loader vehicle from Crailsheim was also required to ensure the water supply. Farmers brought barrels of water to the scene and helped to disperse the fire with their machines.
Fires in the surrounding area
Interestingly, just two days earlier, on Friday, July 11th, there was another fire between Heilbronn-Biberach and Bad Wimpfen, the causes of which are still unclear. A stubble field burned down over an area of one hectare. Here too, farmers were on hand and helped with tractors, water tanks and cultivators to create firebreaks. The combination of drought and wind is increasing the risk of wildfires in the region Agricultural today determines.
The threat of wildfires is not just a local problem. According to a report by the Alpine Club Forest fires are increasing worldwide, promoted by climate changes. Over 90% of fires are man-made, highlighting the urgency of taking preventative measures. The chairman of the Saxon Mountaineering Association calls for a move away from spruce monocultures and instead promotes mixed forests with site-appropriate deciduous tree species.
In view of the recent events in Bühlerzell, it is clear that quick action and committed community work are of the utmost importance. The fire department and farmers in the Schwäbisch Hall district have impressively demonstrated how important cooperation is in times of crisis. But as long as the weather conditions remain this way, further operations can be expected.