Fire brigade use in Lehrte: Oil in the pot ensures kitchen alarm

Fire brigade use shows the dangers of cooking

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a kitchen accident with a happy outcome

This Thursday at 1:27 p.m., the fire brigade of the core city of Lehrte received an emergency call for a supposed kitchen fire in Köhlerheide. The call initially caused excitement, since the transmitted house number was not correct and the emergency services needed some time to find the exact location.

The saving intervention of the fire brigade

As soon as the fire brigade arrived, an attack group operating under heavy breathing protection went to explore. Fortunately, the all -clear could quickly be given: it only burned a pot that had already been transported into the sink by the owners. The flames had already extinguished itself. Thanks to the rapid reaction of the house residents, greater damage could be avoided.

smoke and fire protection measures

The following check of the kitchen by means of a thermal imaging camera confirmed that the fire had not extended to other parts of the kitchen. Nevertheless, the apartment was slightly smoky, which resulted in a damping of the air quality. In order to quickly make the room smoke -free again, the fire brigade used an overpressure ventilation. The operation could be ended at 2:00 p.m. without injuries.

The background of the incident

The examination showed that the fire had been caused by oil that had become too hot in the pot. Such incidents are not uncommon, and they illustrate the importance of fire brigade campaigns. The risk of kitchen fires is often underestimated by carelessness, which can lead to serious damage and potential injuries.

strong community and joint learning

The assignment was carried out by the local fire brigade with three vehicles and 18 emergency services, supported by the fire brigade spokesman, the emergency services and the police. Experiences from such operations are not only important for the firefighters, but also promote awareness in the community about the dangers that can lurk in the household. A sound information about the risks and the right reaction to such incidents is crucial to avoid similar situations in the future.

conclusion: prevention is the key

This situation reminds us of how important it is to be careful when cooking. A simple misfortune can quickly result in serious consequences. Regular information about fire hazards in your own kitchen should be part of every household routine. Today's event is another call to think about your own security precautions.