Major fire in Mannheim - 150 residents evacuated

Quelle: PR-VIDEO (Glomex)

Mannheim (ots) In the Mannheim district of Jungbusch, a former industrial building has been burning since the afternoon hours. No one has been injured so far. The fire department is on the scene with a large number of firefighters. Residents are asked to keep doors and windows closed due to the smoke development. There are also traffic obstructions in the vicinity. As there is an acute risk of collapse, it is not possible to attack the building from the inside, and firefighting work is being carried out from the outside using several turntable ladders, among other means.150 residents are currently unable to return to their homes. A shelter has been set up for them in the nearby Jungbuschhalle. The rescue and medical services are also deploying a large number of personnel. The police were temporarily on duty with 120 officers. The latest information can be found at the following link: https://www.mannheim.de/de/nachrichten/grossbrand-im-jungbusch There may be some odor nuisance in the wider area. No information can be given on the cause of the fire at present.