Emergency training conducted by firefighters from Wennigloh, Stemel, and Hachen at Wagyu-Hof ranch

In a significant development, fire departments from several local units in the region conducted a training exercise at the Wagyu farm Sauerland in Arnsberg-Bönkhausen last Monday evening. The exercise, organised and prepared by the Wennigloh fire brigade, simulated a basement fire in the old building of the farm, where two people were reported missing.

Upon receiving the alarm, the firefighters rushed to the scene, prioritizing human rescue. Several teams, equipped with heavy breathing apparatus, bravely entered the smoke-filled building to search for and rescue the missing persons. The cooperation among the fire departments was seamless, a testament to the intensive preparation and high training standards of those involved.

The training site was generously provided by farm operators Christoph Willeke and Katrin Schütz. A particular focus of the exercise was on safe procedures in breathing apparatus operations. During the exercise, a breathing apparatus emergency was simulated, requiring quick and professional rescue by the standby safety team. The professional performance of all involved was particularly praised in the final debrief.

Inter-municipal exercises are an important part of fire department work, fostering cooperation among units across municipal boundaries. Such exercises enhance operational readiness among fire departments, contributing to greater safety in the region. The exercise demanded high coordination and cooperation among the different units, which they handled admirably.

The Fire Department of the City of Arnsberg can be contacted for further information at Alter Graben 15, 59755 Arnsberg. Their website is feuerwehr-arnsberg.de. For press enquiries, you can reach out to their press office at [email protected].

The exercise was transmitted via news aktuell by the Fire Department of the City of Arnsberg, highlighting the importance of such training exercises in preparing for real-life emergencies. The successful outcome of this exercise underscores the dedication and readiness of our local fire departments to ensure the safety of our communities.

Emergency training conducted by firefighters from Wennigloh, Stemel, and Hachen at Wagyu-Hof ranch