Wood Chip Bunker Fire in Wiesbaden: Large-Scale Response Extinguishes Blaze
An underground wood chip bunker in Wiesbaden's Moselstraße caught fire on October 30, prompting a large-scale emergency response. The fire, which was discovered by a local resident, required the expertise of firefighters to extinguish it. Upon arrival, firefighters found a deep-seated fire in a nearly full 60-cubic-meter bunker linked to a central heating system. Accessing the fire's source proved challenging due to the dense wood chips. Paramedics stood by as a precaution, while the local volunteering fire brigade's logistics team provided support. Firefighters used a specialized haystack probe to locate the fire's origin. Heavy equipment was employed to gradually remove wood chips, allowing firefighters to reach the source. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and no injuries were reported during the operation. Residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed temporarily due to smoke odor. The Dotzheim Volunteer Fire Department assisted with a crane and bucket attachment due to delays from a specialized contractor. The fire in the wood chip bunker was successfully extinguished, with no reported injuries. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The local volunteering fire department played a crucial role in containing and extinguishing the fire, demonstrating the importance of community involvement in emergency response.
