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Cellar fire in Altötting: Fire brigade rescues three people from flames!
There was a basement fire in Altötting on September 6, 2025. 71 firefighters rescued three people and quickly extinguished the fire.
Cellar fire in Altötting: Fire brigade rescues three people from flames!
A serious basement fire caused a stir in Altötting today. In the morning, at exactly 2:11 p.m., the fire department was alerted after thick black smoke rose from several basement compartments in a terraced house. Loud innsalzach24.de A total of four fire departments - the volunteer fire departments from Altötting, Neuötting, Kastl and Raitenhart - deployed with a strong contingent of 71 firefighters to provide quick help.
Quick action was required at the scene as people were still suspected to be in the smoke-filled building. Fortunately, emergency services were able to successfully rescue three people who were in danger from the smoke. The fire was extinguished within minutes and the house was ventilated for safety to remove dangerous fire gases. In addition, the basement was flooded with fire-fighting foam as a precaution to combat embers.
Security precautions and emergency services
In order to prevent the risk of further damage, the network operators Energienetze Bayern and bayernets were also on site to ensure that no further risks arose for residents. In addition, a technical consultant from THW was called in to check the statics of the building. Due to the risk of collapse, the police ordered an entry ban on the house.
A total of three people were injured with minor injuries and treated by the emergency services. During this extensive operation, 3 THW members, 21 emergency services employees and 4 police officers were also deployed. The cause of the fire is still under police investigation and emergency services remain active on site. Further information on the situation is expected in the coming hours.
A look at similar missions
Fires often occur in the basement areas of residential buildings, as was the case during the last operation at the town square in Neuötting on March 1st, where the fire brigade had to be alerted due to a basement fire. Here, another person was rescued from the second floor, while the emergency services were able to quickly extinguish a fire in the basement after smoke was visible on the approach. These operations underline the importance of quick alerting and the preparation of the fire departments in the region.
Reporting of such incidents also highlights the importance of effective fire safety management and sensitized citizens. Statistics from Germany show that regular examinations and further training, such as those provided by the FeuerTrutz can help reduce fire risks.
We will keep you updated on the current status of the operation and investigations. The safety of our citizens is our top priority and incidents like these remind us to remain vigilant.