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Major fire in Penzberg: Calves and rabbits die in the barn!
A major fire in Penzberg destroys a barn and claims the lives of numerous animals. Financial support for affected families.
Major fire in Penzberg: Calves and rabbits die in the barn!
On the night of Sunday, June 16, 2025, a major fire burst into flames on a farm in Penzberg, Upper Bavaria. The barn burned down completely and the reason for the devastating fire is still unclear NP Coburg reported. Tragically, several animals, including calves and rabbits, could not be saved, making the situation particularly tragic. In addition to the animal losses, there were also large amounts of hay and expensive machinery in the barn, which are now lost. The owner estimates the financial damage at around 500,000 euros. Fortunately, there were no injuries among the people.
Nevertheless, the situation of farmers is not unique. Close by, more precisely in the Hof district, Franziska and Adolf Meyer experienced a similar stroke of fate on April 14, 2025. A fire completely destroyed their old barn. Here, too, 60 cows escaped during the fire, but were able to be brought back to the stable in Almbranz unharmed. The family has decided to continue running their business as usual and produces fresh milk every day. On the day of the fire, the community's great willingness to help became clear, which is why they launched an online fundraising campaign that is intended as additional support for reconstruction and is not intended to replace insurance payments. InFranken.de reports that the donations will be used for urgently needed utensils, such as brooms, carts and animal feed; among other things, a mobile food cart has already been purchased.
Financial support for farmers
Against the backdrop of such disasters, the need for solid insurance for farmers becomes particularly clear. According to information from Agriculture today The three most important insurance policies for farmers are fire contents insurance, building insurance and business interruption insurance. These policies provide protection against a variety of risks, including fire damage and natural disasters. It is important to determine the correct value of the inventory in order to avoid underinsurance. If more damage occurs than insured, this could lead to financial difficulties.
The importance of farm safety regulations is also important, as failure to comply can affect insurance coverage. It is recommended to avoid self-installation of electrical systems in order to increase safety and ensure optimal insurance coverage.
In summary, it shows how important it is to focus on both security and financial security in agriculture. The affected farmers in Penzberg and the Hof district are faced with the challenge of rebuilding their businesses and compensating for the losses. Community support and the right insurance can be crucial.