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Water alarm in Hummendorf: SUV rams fire hydrant and blows up fountain!
An accident in Hummendorf on November 12, 2025: A VW bus damaged a fire hydrant, resulting in massive water leaks.
Water alarm in Hummendorf: SUV rams fire hydrant and blows up fountain!
A dramatic incident occurred on Friday, November 12, 2025, in Hummendorf. At around 5:50 p.m., a previously unknown driver of a black VW bus drove through a closed construction site area in the town thoroughfare, directly in front of the “Zur Mühle” inn. There was a collision with a water hose connected to the hydrant, which led to a significant leak of water.
The damage caused by this accident amounts to around 1,700 euros, affecting both the community of Weißenbrunn and a local resident. According to Sven Eck, the second commander of the Hummendorf fire department and operations manager on site, an impressive water fountain about ten meters high shot into the air. The Hummendorf and Au fire departments were on site with around 20 emergency services to bring the situation under control and prevent the water from spreading further. The incident means police are now looking for the driver responsible, who took off after the accident. NP-Coburg reports that ...
The effects of water leakage
The unconventional loss of water not only concerns the fire department, but also has a direct impact on the surrounding area. The water leak spread quickly and affected the construction site area, making the already tense work there even more difficult. As initial reports indicate, it is not yet possible to estimate whether the damage will be fully repaired. There is currently no information on injuries, which at least represents a ray of hope in this unpleasant situation.
A similar incident recently occurred in Unterentfelden, where a tanker truck drove into a fire hydrant while reversing. A large amount of water escaped there too, forming an eight-meter-high fountain for several minutes. Drivers had to turn around due to the water, but were able to pass through Suhrenmattstrasse. Such accidents illustrate how important attention and consideration are in road traffic. Landanzeiger informs about...
An appeal to road users
The demand for safe and responsible driving behavior is clearer than ever. Road users are urged to pay strict attention to construction sites and closed areas in order to avoid such accidents. The municipality and the fire department appeal to everyone to always be vigilant when driving and to act quickly and responsibly in the event of an accident.
In a town like Hummendorf, where the community is close-knit, such incidents can have far-reaching consequences. It is therefore important that those responsible come forward in order to clarify the situation and prevent further damage. We will keep you updated on developments in this matter.
At a time when conscious driving and mindfulness on the road are becoming increasingly important, it remains to be hoped that the responsible driver can be found. The fire department and police are doing everything they can to clarify what happened. SyracuseFan can contribute more on similar topics.