Grease explosion in Bremerhaven: kitchen fire leaves one injured!

Grease explosion in Bremerhaven: kitchen fire leaves one injured!

Yesterday evening there was a dramatic kitchen fire in Bremerhaven that ended with a grease explosion. The incident occurred shortly after 6 p.m. in a single-family home in the Geestemünde district. The cause was the VS water attempt to extinguish burning fat with water, which led to a huge explosion. The doors in the house tore off the walls, a 26-year-old man was seriously injured and had to be transported to a special clinic in Hamburg by rescue helicopter. Fortunately, there were no other injuries and firefighters were able to successfully prevent the fire from spreading to other rooms. The police are now investigating the exact cause of the fire.

The fire department is using this incident to strongly warn against the use of water to fight grease fires. Even small amounts of water can evaporate explosively when they come into contact with burning fat. Instead, it is recommended to use special extinguishing agents or cover the source of the fire to reduce the oxygen supply. Additionally, it is important to turn off the heat source immediately and, if possible, carefully remove the pan from the heat to defuse the situation.

Be careful in the kitchen

Grease fires are a common danger in the kitchen. Experts recommend never leaving the stove unattended and keeping an eye on the fat content when cooking. It is advisable not to increase the temperature above 280 degrees Celsius, as fat can self-ignite even at high temperatures. On standard hotplates, temperatures can reach up to 400 degrees Celsius.

The extractor hood should be cleaned regularly to avoid grease accumulation, and it is better not to flambé under it. In the event of a grease fire, it is essential to have a fire blanket from a specialist retailer on hand. Home remedies such as flour or baking powder are taboo in such cases as they can lead to dangerous explosions.

The right fire extinguisher for your kitchen

An effective way to protect yourself in the event of a grease fire is to use a special grease fire extinguisher. These devices are suitable for fire class F and can effectively extinguish fires of up to 75 liters of burning fat. In private kitchens, smaller extinguishers of 2 or 3 liters are often sufficient, while in catering establishments at least a 6-liter extinguisher is recommended. It is important that the fire extinguisher is regularly maintained and checked for functionality.

Proper handling and placement of the fire extinguisher is also crucial. It should be stored near potential sources of fire, and you should look for test marks and certifications when purchasing. In the event of a fire, a quick response is required; If you cannot put out the fire yourself, you should immediately call the fire department on 112.

These tragic incidents in Bremerhaven illustrate how important it is to be careful when dealing with fire in everyday life. A good hand at fire prevention can save lives and prevent serious injuries.

For more information on how to properly handle grease fires and which fire extinguishers to use, visit the website Consumer window or Fire extinguisher world.

Stay safe and always make sure everything in your kitchen is in order!