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Drama in Itzehoe: Single-family house burnt down – scooters in focus!
Fire in Itzehoe: Single-family home burned down, cause could be defective scooter. Fire brigade saves residents, high property damage.
Drama in Itzehoe: Single-family house burnt down – scooters in focus!
In Itzehoe in the Steinburg district, a single-family home burned down completely on August 13, 2025. The fire department had to do its best to prevent the flames from spreading to neighboring buildings, which fortunately succeeded. There were no injuries, but the property damage was estimated at 500,000 euros. Loud n-tv The cause of the devastating fire could be a defective scooter.
Interestingly, the 73-year-old resident of the house had tried to repair his scooter the day before and discovered that the engine's carburettor was leaking. Further investigations must show whether this ultimately led to the devastating fire.
Fire in an apartment building
The fire department's email ticker mentions that three people were able to leave the building on their own, while three others had to be rescued using a turntable ladder. Guests at a neighboring restaurant were evacuated as a precaution, but fortunately no one was seriously injured.
The material damage in the basement area of the apartment building has not yet been precisely quantified, but the criminal police in Itzehoe have already started investigating. Witnesses who have observed anything suspicious are asked to contact the police on 04821 / 6020. Such incidents not only lead to material losses but also cause great agitation among people.
Fire safety statistics
In the past, fire damage was often caused by improper repairs or a lack of safety precautions. According to a recent statistics Technical defects are often at the top of the list of causes for fires, which once again shows how important careful work is when dealing with technical devices.
The events in Itzehoe are an urgent call for vigilance and the importance of fire safety. Stay careful and, if in doubt, always inform the emergency services in good time.