Drama in Grevenbroich: Fire brigade saves 12 people from burning house!

Drama in Grevenbroich: Fire brigade saves 12 people from burning house!

On the evening of May 24, 2025, the fire brigade was informed about a fire in an apartment building in Grevenbroich city center, more precisely on Kölner Strasse. The fire broke out in the basement of the building, which led to a considerable smoke development that was perceived by the residents.

Around 7.30 p.m. the emergency services received the emergency call of eyewitnesses that noticed the dense swaths of smoke. Rescue units and extinguishing forces were immediately alerted, including additional units from surrounding municipalities. A total of around 70 firefighters were on duty to cope with the burning situation and to save the residents.

rescue operation successful

The fire brigade was able to save twelve people, including ten adults and two children, with the help of ladders. Many residents called for help from the windows on the upper floor. Operations manager Christoph Nott increased the operational keyword to "ManV 10", which is for the mass of injuries, and mobilized additional resources. Two people had to be taken to the hospital for further examination.

After successful rescue, the extinguishing measures began about 1.5 hours. Despite the rapid intervention, the affected apartment building remains temporarily uninhabitable, as it was classified as a collapse at risk of collapse. The regulatory office of the city of Grevenbroich takes care of the provisional accommodation of the residents concerned. The fire brigade ended around 9:50 p.m., while the police have not yet given any information on the cause of the fire and damage.

statistical assessments

Such fire events also shed light on the need for preventive measures in fire protection. The vfdb has published numerous studies in the past that deals with the analysis of risk factors in the past. These statistics are crucial to prevent future incidents and increase security in residential areas.

The events in Grevenbroich are another example of the challenges that fire brigade and emergency services have to face when dealing with fire situations. The resilience and determination of the emergency services have saved life here and shows the importance of well -organized emergency care.

Dewezet href = "https://www.express.de/koelner-umland/feuerwehr-grevenbroich-zwoelf-bei-bei-kellerbrand-in- Mehrfamilienhaus-gerettet-1031098"> Express documented the details of the incident and the challenges for the fire brigade. In view of the statistical data and analyzes, the urgency of further need for action in fire protection is particularly evident.