Half -timbered house in Kehl Lichterloh on flames: High property damage threatens!

Half -timbered house in Kehl Lichterloh on flames: High property damage threatens!

In the afternoon of May 7, 2025, the suburb of Sundheim, in the suburb of Sundheim, occurred a devastating fire in a half -timbered house. The flames initially broke out in a uninhabited part of the building used as a barn and quickly spread to the house. When the fire brigade arrived, heavy flames were already out of the roof of the house, which presented the emergency services with a significant challenge. However, the fire brigade was able to intervene quickly and bring the fire under control before further damage was caused. According to ZVW the damage is estimated at several hundred thousand euros. Fortunately, the two residents of the house were unharmed to a neighbor, while at the same time, ten people from an adjacent neighboring property were evacuated as a precaution. The fire leaves the half -timbered house uninhabitable, and those affected have to temporarily stay with friends. The police have now started investigations into the exact cause of the fire, which, however, remains unclear at the current time. This reports Black Forest Bode .

fire protection at half -timbered houses

fire represents one of the largest enemies of half -timbered houses. In Germany, 30 to 50 of these historical buildings are damaged by fires in Germany, including significant monuments. This illustrates the need for effective fire protection measures. The Working group German half-timbered cities e. For this reason, V. has published a brochure entitled "More fire protection for half -timbering", which is aimed at owners and residents of half -timbered houses.

In the brochure, essential information on lightning protection systems, dealing with fire protection doors and specific requirements for building services are dealt with. In addition, it is pointed out to risks by incorrectly installed electronic systems and devices. This source of information is free of charge for ADF members, while non-members can request the brochure for two euros plus shipping costs.