Jena, May 13, 2026. Improper handling of a fire bowl led to a dangerous building fire in Jena on the previous evening. Thanks to the rapid intervention of emergency services, injuries were prevented; however, the financial property damage is enormous.
- Event: Fire at a parking space spreading to a residential and commercial building
- Cause: Incompletely extinguished fire bowl
- Damage: approx. 125,000 euros
- Affected: 28 people were evacuated, no one was injured
- Consequence: Police are investigating two men (24, 30) for negligent arson
Fire under covered parking space
According to police reports, a 24-year-old and a 30-year-old used the fire bowl in the evening under a covered parking space. After assuming that the fire in the bowl had been completely extinguished, the men left the location. A short time later, however, the source of danger reignited and set the parking space on fire.
The flames subsequently spread quickly to a directly adjacent residential and commercial building. The alerted fire department emergency services immediately evacuated all 28 people present from the affected building. Fortunately, all residents left the building in time and remained uninjured.
Return after fire department clearance
After the fire department successfully extinguished the fire and carried out sufficient ventilation of the premises, the residents were able to return to their apartments. As the police announced, investigations are now underway against the two individuals responsible for negligent arson.
Guide: Safe handling of fire bowls
The fire department and police repeatedly point out the dangers of open fires in densely built-up residential areas. The following safety instructions should be strictly observed when operating fire bowls:
- Safety distance: Fire bowls must never be operated under roofs, trees, or in the immediate vicinity of combustible materials such as house facades or wooden sheds.
- Solid ground: The location must be fireproof and stable (e.g., stone paving or sand).
- Keep extinguishing agents ready: Always keep a bucket of water, sand, or a fire extinguisher within reach.
- Complete extinction: Before leaving the fire site, the embers must be completely smothered with water or sand. Residual glowing can quickly lead to a new fire, especially if the wind picks up.
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Brand in Jena durch Feuerschale – 125.000 Euro Sachschaden
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