Warning of toxic fire gases: Danger in Rothberg!

Warning of toxic fire gases: Danger in Rothberg!

In the Rothberg area in the Dahme-Spreewald district, there is an alarming location. On June 21, 2025, the Dahme-Spreewald control center warned at 7:50 p.m. of dangerous fire gases that were created by a straw bale fire. This event concerns the federal states of Brandenburg, Dahme-Spreewald and Teltow-Fläming. The strong smoke development not only ensures considerable pollution of odors, but also represents an acute danger to the health of the residents, such as news.de reported.

dangerous fire gases can result in serious injuries or even death, with the breathing toxins often present in high concentrations. Despite this serious development, the danger is now classified as low. Nevertheless, it is advisable to take the following safety precautions:

• Avoiding the affected area
• Closing windows and doors
• Switching off ventilation and air conditioning systems

The dangers of fire gases

But what exactly are these dangerous fire gases? Depending on the type of burning material and the temperature, various poisonous gases are created, depending on the type of burning material. A report by Feuertrutz.de explains that fire gases consist of oxides such as carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide as well as inerts and pyrolysis products. In addition, smoke is formed when solid or liquid particles such as soot come into the air during the combustion process.

Rauch is usually a denser and also includes dangerous substances that depict serious health risks depending on their concentration and the duration of action. Interestingly, the amount of smoke that is generated by different materials can vary enormously - about 2,500 m³ of smoke can be created, for example, when the linoleum is burned, while up to 25,000 m³ of smoke can be produced in heating oil. Therefore, an effective smoke extraction system is essential to keep the situation under control.

smoke extraction systems in the event of a fire

smoke extraction systems that are set in building regulations can play a crucial role here. These systems are designed to pay smoke through special openings in the roof or in the upper areas of a room, which makes the fire work a lot easier for the fire departments. There is a distinction between natural and mechanical smoke extraction systems, each of which offers your own advantages, as explained on [Brandschutz.Berlin] (https://www.brandschutz.berlin/brandschutz-preisen/Rauch deduction-und-Rauch discharge).

The natural smoke and heat extraction systems (NRA) use the thermal, while the machine systems (MRA) use electrical fans to actively guide the smoke outside. Ultimately, such systems are able to increase security in buildings and to significantly reduce the dangers of fire gases.

It remains to be hoped that the situation in Rothberg can be defused as quickly as possible. The responsible authorities will announce a all -clear as soon as the danger situation is under control. Stay attentive and adhere to the recommendations of the fire brigade and the regional authorities to protect yourself and others.