Fire on the field near Wöhrden: Fire brigade fights for four hours against flames

Fire on the field near Wöhrden: Fire brigade fights for four hours against flames

on Tuesday evening, around 7.45 p.m., broke out a fire in a field in Wöhrden in the district of Dithmarschen, which the fire brigade put on alert. A trailer, loaded with about 50 round bales straw, was suddenly on fire. So far, the exact causes of this fire are unclear, which is more difficult to investigate. The rapid spread of the fire made it impossible for the emergency services to protect the last part of the bales, which caused them to almost completely burn.

The fire brigade was quickly alerted and moved with several teams to fight the fire. Due to the heated conditions and the high inflammability of the round bales, the use had to be maintained over a longer period of time, which made the Situation even more challenging. An excavator was used at night to pull apart the burned straw. This measure served to find and delete the last embers, which could prevent further flare up of the fire. The entire extinguishing work extended for almost four hours, as the rescue control center in Elmshorn reported.

cause of the fire and further investigations

according to current information, arson is excluded as a possible cause, but the only insured person remains the fire itself. The exact circumstances that led to this incident are still the subject of investigations, and the authorities endeavor. In the Dithmarschen region, where agricultural activities are widespread, court filling stations and distilleries are regular contact points for the local population. The loss of around 50 round bales, however, has an impact on local farmers who rely on such supplies mentally and financially.

The fire brigade has impressively demonstrated how important cooperation and quick response is in an emergency. The efforts of the emergency services show the tireless use for the protection of property and minimizing damage. Even if the cause of the fire is still unknown, Dithmarschen citizens can rely on the speed and efficiency of the firefighters who stand up for their safety. Such events are an urgent reminder for agricultural businesses in the region to handle combustible materials with extreme caution.