Heat wave in Berlin: chaos in outdoor pools and dramatic rescues!

Heat wave in Berlin: chaos in outdoor pools and dramatic rescues!

Kiebitzsee, Deutschland - On June 23, 2025, Berlin and Brandenburg experienced the warmest day of the year with temperatures between 30 and 35 degrees. The heat pulled thousands of people into the outdoor pools, but not everyone was lucky. Many found closed goals because the bathrooms had to stop the ticket sales temporarily due to overcrowding. The outdoor pools in Wuhlheide, Mariendorf, Humboldthain and Pankow were particularly affected. This situation led to heated verbal battles in the queues, some of which ended in mandeal. The police had to intervene several times to calm the situation, which shows that the summer joy quickly falter when it gets too tight.

As the Berlin bathing companies emphasize, the entry stop was a necessary measure to ensure the safety of the bathers. Press spokeswoman Claudia Blankennagel explained that security cannot be guaranteed if there is overcrowding. In the past, two million visitors in 2024 only occurred to one argument that led to premature bathing business. To prevent this, the employees are also trained in de -escalating measures. The strict rules, such as the obligation to identify, should better punish regular violations.

bathing accidents and security measures

Not only the crowds caused excitement. Tragic bathing accidents occurred on the hot Sunday. A five -year -old boy had to be saved at the Reiswerder bathing area after he went down. The quick reaction of a lifeguard prevented worse. An adult also had difficulties in the water and luckily was taken out due to a cramp. A dramatic use experienced lifelong swimmers on Lake Groß-Glienicker in Kladow. Three people were saved before drowning after a swimmer moved to land and helped other bathers in the location of the missing.

Only two weeks ago there were similar incidents in the Wilmersdorf summer pool, where an admission stop was imposed due to the overcrowding. Security forces had to intervene when a group of bathers reacted aggressively and wanted to violently gain access to the bathroom. Such incidents show the urgency of consistently following safety rules. In 2024 there were 411 fatal bathing accidents in Germany, which underlines the importance of basic bathing rules.

bathing rules for more security

The DLRG recommends some simple but important rules for more safety on the water. This includes always drinking enough, using headgear and sunscreen. In addition, bathers should be better to bathe in the event of fatigue, illness or after alcohol enjoyment, and a safe swimming area should be chosen.

parents also have to make sure to keep their children in mind. Swimming aids are not a substitute for supervision; Adults should always remain within reach. Consideration of other bathers and the observation of security instructions are essential to minimize the risk of accidents.

Overall, yesterday's day not only shows the joys of summer, but also the challenges and dangers that go hand in hand with the bathing pleasure. The combination of heat and overcrowding requires a lot of responsibility from everyone involved so that summer can be enjoyed carefree. For us in Berlin and Brandenburg it is clear: security always has a priority!