Great fire near Ludwigslust: 10,000 chickens were killed in stable fire!

Great fire near Ludwigslust: 10,000 chickens were killed in stable fire!

Picher, Deutschland - A devastating fire today raged in a poultry stable near Picher, in the district of Ludwigslust-Parchim, and around 10,000 animals, predominantly chickens, cost life. The fire brigade was in constant use with around 120 emergency services from the region to fight the flames. The situation was initially unclear because massive smoke development affected the view. The population was encouraged to keep doors and windows closed, while drivers were warned of the smoke on the nearby A24. The estimated property damage amounts to one million euros, and the cause of the fire is currently still unclear. Investigations into negligent arson have been initiated, as ndr reported.

The extinguishing work dragged on for hours, and the firefighters, including about 60 who worked through the night, faced enormous challenges. A residential building had to be evacuated and the temperatures also endangered the work of the fire causes of fire, which is expected to take up on Tuesday, as in another report by Stern

The importance of preparation

Such disasters are part of life in animal husbandry, and the management of stable fires is a topic that should not be underestimated in the industry. Prof. Eva Zeiler from the Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences emphasizes the challenges that arise from numerous injured animals. A triage must take place, similar to people. Personal protection is also a priority - one point that Hubert Bittlmayer, head of the Bavarian Ministry of Agriculture, emphasizes in his statement. Preventive measures to avoid fires and support from affected families are of great importance. This shows how necessary well thought -out emergency plans for farmers are.

The collaboration between farmers and the fire brigade is crucial. As Wochblatt DLV reports regularly exercises with firefighters on agricultural companies in order to be able to act quickly and effectively in an emergency. Thanks go to the fire brigades for their tireless efforts, which also saved life that night.