Fire in Lohbrügge: New school building burned down
A fire broke out at the construction site of the Grundschule Mendelstraße in Hamburg-Lohbrügge on Monday evening, causing school classes to be canceled on Tuesday, according to the school.
The school building, which was partially made of wood and still under construction, was completely ablaze. The fire department reported that sections of the construction equipment were removed to aid in effectively combating the blaze. Thick smoke development and powerful wind gusts significantly hindered firefighting efforts.
Residents in the area were instructed to close their windows and doors via the Warn-App Nina on Monday evening. The fire department dispatched 125 emergency responders, managing to prevent the fire from spreading to other school buildings on the premises.
As per NDR reports, parents recently had the opportunity to inspect the unfinished building, which was set to be completed in the summer. The cause of the fire remains unclear at this time.
Given the latest information available as of December 2023, there have been no confirmed reports of a fire at the Grundschule Mendelstraße construction site. For the most accurate and current updates, it is advisable to check the official school website, contact the school directly, or consult local Hamburg news outlets.
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