New Year's Eve in Starnberg: Stress for taxi drivers and exciting celebrations!

New Year's Eve in Starnberg: Stress for taxi drivers and exciting celebrations!

This New Year's Eve, December 31, 2025, preparations in Cologne and the surrounding area are in full swing. It's that time of year when people come together to say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new one. But this evening is not only important for those celebrating, but also for the emergency services and service providers who ensure safety and support.

A look at the taxi drivers shows how challenging New Year's Eve can be. So reported Mercury that Gökmen Aydogan, a successful taxi operator in Starnberg, expects between 200 and 300 calls a night. He and his wife will marvel at the fireworks shortly before midnight, but not without mentioning the difficulties that the night brings with it: bullying passengers and long waiting times are the order of the day.

Community and safety

The collegiality among the taxi drivers is remarkable. Aydogan emphasizes that they support each other, especially in stressful situations. At the same time, organizers like Daniel Betz are expecting up to 500 guests in the Old Brewery who will celebrate the New Year in a festive environment with a communal dinner and a rousing fire show. The team consists of five permanent employees and 20 mini-jobbers.

But it's not just the celebrations that require attention. The local firefighters are also in focus because of their special commitment. Commander Peter Saur from Herrsching informs that at least 20 firefighters are always ready to react quickly in an emergency. The Offenbach fire department has already experienced a quiet evening for New Year's Eve 2020, which is due to the prudent behavior of citizens, which it hopes to experience again this year.

Dangers and prevention

Despite the anticipation of the fireworks, the Speyer fire department warns after a fire last New Year's Eve that New Year's Eve often becomes a state of emergency for the emergency services. A family who woke up to a house fire after a New Year's Eve rocket landed on their rooftop highlights the importance of taking proper precautions. SWR reports that the fire brigade can often have up to 20 missions during the night, while normal nights only require two missions on average.

To avoid injury, there are useful fire prevention tips, such as removing trash from balconies and ensuring fireworks are set off in a stable environment. Even injuries caused by fireworks are not uncommon; The BG Klinik Ludwigshafen often treats injuries that can range from minor burns to serious surgical procedures.

As revelers celebrate, firefighters and emergency responders prepare, the question remains: How will the new year begin for everyone? Could it be a calm, happy evening, or will the fireworks on the streets be overshadowed by unforeseen events? Surprises are not excluded on New Year's Eve!

Here’s to a healthy and successful New Year – for everyone!