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Fire danger in Kalchreuth: caravan bursts into flames at night!
Caravan in Kalchreuth burned down, owner slightly injured. The cause of the fire is being determined and the damage is approximately 50,000 euros.
Fire danger in Kalchreuth: caravan bursts into flames at night!
On the night of January 17, 2026, a frightening fire occurred at the Kreuzweiher campsite in Kalchreuth. A fire in an awning was reported at around 11.20 p.m. while the owner, a 49-year-old man from Nuremberg, was in the caravan. Fortunately, he was able to escape outside in time before the fire engulfed the entire property. [nn.de].
When the fire brigade arrived, both the awning and the caravan were already fully engulfed in flames. Thanks to the immediate and committed efforts of numerous volunteer fire departments, including those from Kalchreuth and Röckenhof, the fire was extinguished and it was prevented from spreading to neighboring plots. The material damage is estimated at around 50,000 euros. The Kalchreuth fire department carried out a fire inspection the following Sunday, but the investigation into the exact cause of the fire is still ongoing.
Dangerous causes of fire
Fires in caravans and similar accommodation can have many causes. According to IFS experts, more than half of all fires in and around buildings are caused by electricity or human error. The most common triggers are careless handling of electrical appliances, such as accidentally switching on a stove, as well as improper handling of cigarette butts ifs-ev.org.
In the event of a fire, it is also important to keep an eye on the safety of the electrical installations. Improper use of devices or defective electrical installations can quickly lead to disastrous situations. In particular, the frequent use of lithium-ion batteries in modern devices can also increase the risk of fire. It is worth following the manufacturer's instructions and replacing defective devices immediately.
Increase security precautions
The tragedy at the Kreuzweiher campsite is a wake-up call to take the safety precautions in our accommodation seriously. Whether in a caravan or at home – awareness of possible causes of fire should be constantly raised. All the more so when you consider that, as another incident in the Vogelsberg district shows, fatal outcomes can also occur. A person was found there in a burnt-out caravan after a hunter noticed an explosion around 11.45 p.m. all-in.de.
This incident makes it clear that quick action and good information about the causes of fires are essential. In this day and age, the responsible use of flammable materials and electricity is not only recommended, but necessary to protect yourself and others.