Cellar fire in Stolberg: Fire brigade prevents anything worse from happening when the property is empty!

Cellar fire in Stolberg: Fire brigade prevents anything worse from happening when the property is empty!

On Sunday morning, July 20, 2025, the police in Stolberg became aware of a basement fire in an empty residential building in the Steinfurt commercial area. Shortly after 8:50 a.m. while on patrol, police officers noticed thick smoke rising from the building. Without hesitation, they alerted the fire department, who quickly arrived at the scene with around 35 emergency services. The fire department was able to bring the fire under control in a timely manner and prevent it from spreading to the living area or the adjacent warehouse. Despite this quick reaction, the house is now uninhabitable for the time being because there are pollutants from smoke gases in the building.

The current investigation into the cause of the fire has already been started by the criminal police. While it is still unclear whether a technical defect or possibly even arson was behind the incident, every possible cause is being thoroughly investigated. Regionetz has disconnected the building from the energy supply to exclude further dangers and to ensure safety in the area. This quick response by the police and fire brigade as well as the coordination of the emergency services contributed significantly to preventing a possible catastrophe.

Causes of fire and safety measures

A look at common causes of fire shows that the dangers are not always obvious. According to the Fire protection headquarters Fire-hazardous work is one of the five most common causes of fires. This includes activities such as welding, soldering or hot gluing. Such work can be found in both professional and private settings, highlighting the need for safety precautions. Particular caution is required when using hobby equipment such as soldering irons or hot glue guns, as they can quickly become sources of fire if left unattended.

Another fire on Thursday afternoon in Igensdorf, Forchheim district, underlines the omnipresence of fire risks. An uninhabited outbuilding was completely engulfed in flames. Here too, the fire brigade and police rushed to the scene but were quickly able to bring the flames under control. The property damage amounts to around 60,000 euros. Fortunately, there were no injuries. The investigations of the Police in Bavaria indicate a technical defect as a possible cause of the fire.

The incidents in Stolberg and Igensdorf are a stark reminder that fire protection should be an ongoing issue in our society. Whether in a commercial or private environment – ​​awareness of fire risks and how to avoid them is essential. A good knack for handling equipment and materials can often be the difference between a healthy neighbor and a devastating fire.