Mute sirens in the event of a fire: Vogtlandkreis draws consequences!

Mute sirens in the event of a fire: Vogtlandkreis draws consequences!

Wiedersberg, Deutschland - On June 21, 2025, a devastating fire occurred in Triebel, more precisely in the Wiedersberg district, which destroyed a horse farm almost completely. Around 10:38 a.m., the fire broke out in the barn of a three -way courtyard, the exact cause of which has so far remained unclear. Despite the rapid intervention of the fire brigades, which were on site with over 100 comrades from Oelsnitz, Triebel, Wiedersberg, Trogen, Sachsgrün and Softschlitz, the adjacent residential building and the order from the flames did not succeed. The fire brigade comrades were only alerted via beepers because the sirens in the area did not trigger. This led to a massive failure in the alarm system, the consequences of which the Vogtlandkreis now has to tackle.

The tragic incident not only illustrates the need for a functioning alarm system, but also the responsibility that communities bear to ensure the safety of its citizens. As the police Saxony , the case is not only a reminder to the emergency services, but also to the municipalities to check their security precautions.

The Vogtlandkreis has announced that it will carry out a comprehensive examination and registration of the sirens as well as the existing radio network in cooperation with the control center and the Southwest Saxony rescue association. Such a failure of the alarm systems is unacceptable, especially in an emergency like this who can threaten the lives of many people.

Security through alarm systems

alarm systems are crucial for the safety of the population in acute dangerous situations. Be it with fires, toxic smoke or other emergencies - they not only have to be audible, but also visible and known. There are different systems that can be used for the alarm, including red -button detectors, alarmel phones and radio registration systems. Experts and those responsible must ensure that these systems are checked regularly and tested if necessary to guarantee their effectiveness. A comprehensive checklist for checking alarm systems is available at any time, which enables a structured check, as described on weko.de

The events related to the fire in Triebel are a warning sign that security in our region should be a top priority. Stay attentive to the next alarm training evening - because security is concerned.