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Nurse in Aurich prevents fire in hospital by acting quickly
A nurse at the Aurich hospital prevented a fire by acting quickly. Fire brigade confirmed cable fire as the cause.
Nurse in Aurich prevents fire in hospital by acting quickly
An incident that fortunately had a good outcome occurred on Friday evening in the Aurich hospital. An alert nurse noticed a suspicious smell of burning in the intensive care unit around 8 p.m., although no smoke or flames were initially visible. In a situation like this, quick action is required, and that's exactly what the nurse did. She immediately alerted the Aurich fire department via the emergency call Picture reported.
The fire brigade quickly moved to the hospital premises. Together with the hospital staff, the emergency services searched the premises, also using a thermal imaging camera. Thanks to the nurse's calm reaction, the rescuers were able to act quickly and soon located the source of the smell: a cable fire on a heater in a flushing facility was the cause. The company electrician immediately switched off the machine, thus preventing a potentially dangerous fire Press portal reported.
The importance of acting quickly
This incident once again highlights the importance of responding quickly in emergency situations. Nurses are often the first to notice dangers in the hospital, and their vigilance can be crucial. This is particularly relevant in view of the latest statistics on violence against rescue workers in Germany: between 2018 and 2023, not only the number of operations increased, but also aggression against firefighters and other helpers. According to Statista A study shows that rescuers are often confronted with violence.
The incidents in the legal sector illustrate the problem: while the fire and rescue services are on duty around the clock, the protection of these heroes is essential. The courage and determination of the nurse in Aurich is a shining example of how individual attention and quick action in critical moments can save lives.
Thanks to the prompt alarm and the quick action of everyone involved, a major accident was averted and the intensive care unit was able to continue to operate safely. It is proof that both professionals and emergency services must always take good care of each other.