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Major fire department operation: full fire in Fulda-Besges! 80 forces deployed
Major fire in Fulda-Besges on June 28, 2025: Fire brigade fights flames, cause of fire is being determined. Around 80 emergency services on site.
Major fire department operation: full fire in Fulda-Besges! 80 forces deployed
On Saturday, June 28, 2025, an alarming building fire was reported in the Besges district of Fulda at around 3 p.m. As the Vogelsberger newspaper Reportedly, a company building on Böcklerstrasse was already fully ablaze when the emergency services arrived. A large, black column of smoke was visible from afar and led to the operation being upgraded, which caused additional fire departments to be alerted.
When the fire brigade arrived, the flames were visible in several places in the building, which includes storage and office space as well as the vehicle wing. The fire brigade immediately began extinguishing the fire from various sides and also ensured fire protection for an adjacent building. Due to the high temperatures of around 30 degrees, the emergency services were rotated in at an early stage, and those wearing breathing apparatus in particular had the opportunity to take breaks in the shade.
Major fire department operation
Nowadays, fire departments increasingly have to deal with the causes of fires. An analysis of the fire cause statistics from the Institute for Loss Prevention and Damage Research shows that from 2002 to 2021, around 33% of the fires examined can be traced back to electrical causes. Electrical faults are now the most common causes of fires, with insulation damage and technical malfunctions being the main causes of fires. This information comes from an article on Damage prism, which sheds light on the development of electrical fire causes.
Trend towards increased fire risk
It is particularly worth noting that the risks from outdated electrical installations are increasing, while the proportion of electrical devices causing fires is decreasing slightly. This is because modern devices often offer better security features these days. According to statistics, the proportion of fires caused by electrical installations is now 25% and shows an increasing trend, while 54% of fires are caused by electrical equipment. Refrigerators and electric scooters with lithium batteries are particularly common causes of fire.
The evaluation of the IFS provides good tips for avoiding fires caused by such devices: Regular checks, avoiding mechanical stress and following the manufacturer's instructions are crucial. A further criminalistic look at the fire cause investigation enables a better understanding of the dangers that lurk in our everyday lives. Further details can be found on the website IFS can be viewed.