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The Bocholt Fire Department successfully contained a fire that broke out in a company located within the Bocholt industrial estate early on Tuesday morning.
At 03:58, the fire department was alerted by the automatic fire alarm system of the affected company. Upon arrival, firefighters found the initial hall complex fully ablaze.
The fire department was engaged with 6 fire engines, two turntable ladders, and a total of 50 personnel. The fire was fought comprehensively with two turntable ladders, each with a monitor, a B-pipe, and 5 C-pipes.
Despite the intensity of the fire, the fire department managed to contain the blaze within the initial hall complex. Through extensive firefighting efforts, the spread of the fire to the adjacent hall section was also prevented.
Thankfully, no injuries were reported during the firefighting efforts. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time.
Water supply was ensured via a nearby fire water well and hydrants. The Bocholt Fire Department reported the incident, and the head of the department, Dirk Arping, can be contacted for further information about the incident at [email protected] or by telephone on 02871 2103-0.
The fire department was actively involved until the early morning hours, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring the safety of the community. The Bocholt Fire Department's website, www.bocholt.de/feuerwehr, provides additional information about the department and its services.
