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Fire alarm in the Erding district office: senior driver causes excitement
Erding: Evacuation in the district office after a fire alarm in the underground car park, caused by a failed driving maneuver.
Fire alarm in the Erding district office: senior driver causes excitement
On Monday, July 8, 2025, a fire alarm in the Erdinger district office caused a stir. During the lunch break, the employees were evacuated from the building after the fire alarm system in the underground car park went off. Fortunately, according to the Erding police station, the evacuation was only short-lived. Local fire departments only detected a slight smell of fire, but there was no reason to panic.
The cause of the alarm was an unsuccessful driving maneuver by an 85-year-old lady who encountered problems with the barrier while driving into the underground car park. In one unfortunate moment she reversed back up the descent and probably let the clutch slip. The resulting smoke led to the fire alarm system being triggered and the employees being temporarily evacuated Süddeutsche.de reported.
Safe evacuation is crucial
Although the situation ended lightly, the incident sheds light on the importance of a quick and effective evacuation. The right preparation plays a crucial role. In emergencies, it is essential that all affected people are alerted immediately in order to initiate an orderly evacuation. How on Dguv.de can be read, nine steps are the responsibility of company management to ensure a smooth evacuation.
Among other things, it is essential to determine the number of fire protection and first aiders in the company. Taking the building situation into account and drawing up an evacuation plan are also crucial. Finally, emergency exits must be clearly signposted and visible to enable quick escape. In an emergency, protecting and rescuing people should always take priority over property damage.
Memories of past incidents
This unusual situation is reminiscent of another incident from the past. A similar alarm was raised in the Erding district office on September 9, 2021. At that time, the fire alarm system went off around 10 a.m., which led to the entire building being evacuated. However, the fire department quickly discovered a false alarm and the employees were able to return to their workplaces after a short time ed-live.de reported.
Such events highlight the importance of providing employees with thorough training in evacuation procedures and fire safety. Regular exercises and clear instructions can save lives in an emergency and help everyone feel safe, even if something gets out of hand.