Rescue on the Rhine: Fire Brigade Bonn helps rowers after collision

<p> <strong> Rescue on the Rhine: Fire Brigade Bonn helps rowers after collision </strong> </p>

FW-BN: Havarized rowboat on the Rhine

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On the evening of May 8, 2025, the fire brigade and the Bonn emergency services were alerted to a water rescue operation. Around 8:00 p.m., an incident occurred on the Rhine, when a rowboat, which was occupied by four rudder, collided with a buoy near Konrad Adenauer Brücke. As a result of the collision, all four rowers went overboard and drove down the Rhine together with their boat.

The quick reaction of other rowing boats in the area played a crucial role. These came to the aid of the affected rowers and managed to take them safely to the bank of the Rhine. When the rescue workers arrived, the rowers were unharmed, but needed support when mounting their boat. After the clean -up work was completed, the boat was able to continue the journey to a nearby base on the right side of the Rhine.

The fire stations 1, 2 and 3, the German Life Rescue Society (DLRG) and the water protection police were involved. The coordination of the rescue measures was efficient, which ensured quickly and secure help for the rowers. Such operations illustrate the importance of a well -organized emergency services on the water and the mutual support among water sports enthusiasts.

The fire brigade and the Bonn emergency services emphasize the importance of security on water and call for always exercising caution in the event of activities on the water. A proper preparation and observing security regulations can be crucial to avoid unforeseen situations.

The communication channels of the fire brigade and emergency services Bonn are available for further information or questions.