Potsdam is preparing for the disaster: Exercise on July 5!

Potsdam is preparing for the disaster: Exercise on July 5!

Babelsberger Karl-Liebknecht-Stadion, 14473 Potsdam, Deutschland - A large exercise scenario is on the program on July 5 in Potsdam. For the purpose of preparing for a possible disaster, the Babelsberg Karl-Liebknecht Stadium becomes a backdrop for an important emergency exercise. The aim of this event is to test the processes and the interaction of the rescue workers in the event of a mass attack of injuries, such as Meetingpoint Potsdam reported.

The deputy for order, security, social and health, Brigitte Meier, emphasizes the essential importance of preparation for such emergencies. "We have to be prepared for what can happen at any time," she says. As part of the exercise scenario, a partial fall of a grandstand can be simulated, with around 150 people affected, of which 71 injuries will embody.

authentic practice for emergencies

In order to create realistic conditions, the injured people are presented by volunteers who have answered a public call. The rescue measures are carried out by the Potsdam fire departments and disaster protection units from several regions. The Ernst von Bergmann and Alexian St. Josefs hospitals are also involved in the exercise to rehearse the processes. Dr. Karin Hochbaum, medical managing director of the Ernst von Bergmann Clinic, emphasizes the importance of this exercise for emergency care.

Such tapes are crucial in order to sharpen the competencies of the emergency services under stress and ultimately be prepared for an emergency. The need for regular exercises is also made by Dr. Antje Pfaffe, chief physician of the central emergency room of the Alexian St. Josefs Hospital. Fortunately, she realizes that a mass attack by injuries, as it is simulated as part of this exercise, does not occur often, which is why every opportunity for training is important.

traffic restrictions and public information

On the day of exercise, restrictions on Karl-Liebknecht-Straße, near the stadium, will occur from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The road is completely closed in the area of ​​the stadium, and there are also restrictions on the avenue to Glienicke. Bus line 616 is diverted. MoWas information is provided to inform the population about the processes and restrictions. Ralf Krawinkel asks the citizens not to hinder the emergency services and respect the locked area.

for a MANV that is proclaimed over 50 injuries from the fire brigade is a precise coordination of central importance. Among other things, it has the task of securing the site and providing suitable funds for patient care.

Regular training and practical exercises are essential so that the emergency services are prepared in an emergency and the processes work smoothly. As Fraunhofer iao are used to develop and evaluate action concepts, to always evaluate on emergency scenes to be able to react.