Overview

• More than 620 volunteer firefighters from three countries are competing in the quadrennial championship across venues in Torgau and Taura.
• Preliminary rounds concluded Friday with top teams moving on to final events scheduled through Saturday.
• Competitors tackle fire-rescue disciplines including a 100-meter obstacle relay, the “Löschangriff nass” hose attack and tower ladder climbs under scrutiny from 50 certified referees.
• German teams draw on both former East and West traditions, balancing athletic performance with practical firefighting techniques.
• The leading three men’s and women’s squads will earn qualification for the World Firefighters Sport Championships hosted by the Weltfeuerwehrverband.