Fire truck at Niederschöna: Vehicle B173 reported at a standstill with flames

Truck Fire on B173 Near Nieder Gole Reported

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2025 September 15 . 6:53 AM

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Firetruck called to scene: B173 road blocked due to burning truck at Niederschöna locale

Fire truck at Niederschöna: Vehicle B173 reported at a standstill with flames

In a relief to commuters and first responders alike, a truck fire that occurred on the B173 near Niederschöna and Falkenberger Straße has been successfully extinguished by the fire department.

The incident, which caused significant traffic disruptions, took place near Falkenberger Straße. The truck driver, who managed to unhitch his vehicle before the fire, escaped unharmed.

The fire department's swift action prevented the fire from spreading to other vehicles on the B173, and no nearby structures were damaged in the fire. The federal road was closed due to the incident, but has since been reopened.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. At this time, there is no information available about who may have hit the truck on B173 near Niederschöna before the fire broke out. The federal road has been reopened following the incident, and the cleanup of the area is currently underway.

The truck's load, which consisted of commercial waste, was completely destroyed in the fire. Firefighters used hoses, water, and foam to combat the flames, and it took approximately two hours to extinguish the fire.

The fire department did not report any additional injuries beyond the truck driver, who escaped unharmed. The investigation into the cause of the truck fire is ongoing.

We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. In the meantime, we encourage all drivers to drive safely and be aware of potential hazards on the road.