Explosion in Neukölln: 45 injured and serious fire consequences!

Explosion in Neukölln: 45 injured and serious fire consequences!

A devastating fire broke out in Berlin's High Deck development on Monday night, sending the entire neighborhood into a frenzy. According to initial reports, the fire occurred around 3:30 a.m. Residents were awakened by a loud bang, possibly signaling an explosion. The situation quickly developed into an emergency: a ground floor apartment burned down completely and at least 35 people suffered injuries. Among them was one person who was seriously injured and had to be taken to hospital with head injuries and burns. A total of 45 people needed medical help and 14 had to be treated in clinics. Also worrying is the suspicion of smoke poisoning in 44 other affected people, while two people suffered skin abrasions.

A dramatic scene unfolded when the fire brigade quickly reached the scene and extinguished the fire that was raging on the ground floor relatively quickly. During the operation, several explosions were reported caused by windows breaking. Splinters were found scattered up to 30 meters away. To ensure the safety of residents, parts of the house were evacuated. A cold bus was available to support the affected residents. The apartments from the second floor onwards could be entered again on Monday morning; The ground floor and first floor remain closed. The exact origin of the fire is still unclear, which is why the investigation is being carried out intensively. Explosives experts from the State Criminal Police Office are on duty to determine whether the fire is in any way connected to explosive substances.

A problematic neighborhood

The High Deck settlement is considered a social hotspot in Berlin-Neukölln and has been the scene of frequent incidents in the past, especially around New Year's Eve. Residents repeatedly reported dangerous situations that arose from improper handling of explosives. Exemplary incidents show how continuous the risk posed by illegal explosives dealers exists: A young person in Marzahn was recently seriously injured due to a detonation, while 200 kilograms of illegal fireworks were seized in Spandau. Such recurring problems raise questions about safety and fire safety in the region.

The current situation also highlights the relevance of comprehensive data and statistics in fire protection in order to protect the population and develop preventive measures. Although Germany has numerous statistics on fire prevention, a uniform and comprehensive overview is still missing. Note this FeuerTrutz indicates that precise data is urgently needed to improve fire protection. Regularly updating and supplementing these statistics could potentially help prevent such tragic events.

Overall, the district office now not only has to organize the current evacuation measures sensibly, but also find adequate alternative options for the affected residents. The investigation is ongoing and there is great hope that the causes of this serious fire can soon be clarified. Until then, concerns about further dangers in this already polluted neighborhood remain.

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