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Major fire in the old railway depot: Fire brigade fights in Lützschena
Fire in the old railway depot in Lützschena: Fire brigade battles flames for two hours, police investigate the cause.
Major fire in the old railway depot: Fire brigade fights in Lützschena
On Saturday evening, June 8, 2025, a fire broke out in the old railway depot in the Lützschena district of Leipzig. The fire started on the upper floor of the empty building and presented the fire department with significant challenges. Due to the confusing terrain, it was initially difficult to locate the location of the fire. Fortunately, a rescue helicopter that happened to be passing by and was on a return flight without any patients was able to provide valuable support. He positioned himself above the scene of the fire and helped the emergency services find the right route to the scene through radio contact with the control center.
It still took emergency services two hours to completely extinguish the flames. The police have started investigating the cause of the fire in order to clarify the background to the incident. Loud MDR Fire incidents have repeatedly occurred in Leipzig in the past, be it in residential buildings, gazebos or even in vehicles.
Fire brigade operations in Leipzig
Loud DAY24 The fire brigade in Leipzig is regularly deployed in various emergencies, from fires to major accidents. There are a total of six fire stations from the Leipzig Fire Department in the city, which are available around the clock to provide quick help. Fire brigade operations are also often necessary on motorways such as the A14.
The fact that the fire brigade is so often called upon in this region underlines the importance of the infrastructure and the rapid response ability of the emergency services. The incident at the railway depot in Lützschena is just further evidence of how crucial a well-coordinated operational strategy is.
Investigating the cause of the fire now remains the top priority in order to minimize possible dangers and risks for the population in the future. Further information on current fire brigade operations in Leipzig is available here DAY24 available.