Six regular buses in Schenefeld on flames: the cause of the fire unclear!

Six regular buses in Schenefeld on flames: the cause of the fire unclear!

On Sunday afternoon, June 10, 2025, there was a devastating fire on a company premises in the Osterbrooksweg in Schenefeld near Hamburg. Six regular buses burned out completely, while another bus was badly damaged by the extreme heat. Fortunately, there were no injuries in this incident.

The alarmed fire brigade and police reached the site at 3:30 p.m. and found several vehicles in full fire. The extinguishing work dragged on for some time, while the property damage is now estimated to be a high six -figure area. According to the first estimates, the economic loss could go up, but more precise numbers are still pending.

Investigations into the cause of the fire

The Pinneberg criminal police have started the cause of the fire. The technical defect of one of the affected buses is considered as a possible cause. However, the authorities conduct the investigations in all directions and have not yet gained any final knowledge. There is currently no evidence of intentional arson.

The relevance of the incident underlines a variety of problems that can occur in public transport infrastructure. Especially in times when sustainable mobility is required, the safety of the vehicles used is becoming increasingly important. The fire in Schenefeld could raise questions that go far beyond the individual incident.

Further information on this incident can be found at tixio and Sat1 regional