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Sports boat in Kleve then bursts into flames: two injured in dramatic accident!
The pleasure boat burned down completely in the harbor of Kleve on June 13, 2025. Two injured, fire brigades prevented the flames from spreading.
Sports boat in Kleve then bursts into flames: two injured in dramatic accident!
This morning there was a dramatic incident in the harbor of Kleve, Steinburg district: a pleasure boat burned out completely, causing minor injuries to two people. The fire, which broke out around 10:30 a.m. in the area of the pier, caused great excitement and the fire department was quickly deployed. [borkenerzeitung] reports that the two people affected are a 51-year-old boat driver and his 85-year-old father. The son thought he was safe in time and jumped into the water to save himself. His father stayed on land but suffered shock.
At 10:28 a.m., the alerted fire brigade from Friedrichstadt, Kleve, Hennstedt and Schlichting quickly became active. They not only secured the burned-out boat, but also ensured that the flames could not spread to other boats. While the 51-year-old was taken to hospital with suspected smoke poisoning, his father remained on site after outpatient treatment. It should be noted that neither the fire brigade nor the police found any relevant leaks of fuel, which is particularly important in these situations.
Cause of fire unclear
The investigation into the cause of the fire is currently ongoing and is being continued by the criminal police in Heide. The exact extent of the damage has not yet been determined, but it can be assumed that the destruction of the boat will entail considerable costs. [presseportal] emphasizes that comprehensive fire statistics are rare in Germany. Such data could, as also advocated by [feuertrutz], help to improve fire protection and, if necessary, develop preventative measures.
Overall, this incident shows once again how important quick action and well-trained firefighters are in order to be able to react adequately in an emergency. The volunteer fire brigades provide an indispensable service here and ensure that more serious damage is prevented. We remain curious about the results of the investigation and wish those affected a speedy recovery.