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Fire Destroys Auto Workshop Near Waiblingen, Damage Tops €500,000

Investigators now focus on the cause following a toxic-smoke alert for residents.

Overview

  • Police said the flames quickly engulfed the entire workshop hall before crews contained the site.
  • Firefighters prevented the blaze from spreading to neighboring buildings.
  • Two people sustained minor injuries and were released after treatment in an ambulance.
  • A total of 119 responders with 27 vehicles and an excavator from the fire service, EMS and THW were deployed.
  • The Rems-Murr control center warned of potentially toxic smoke and advised residents to keep windows and doors closed, and extinguishing work extended into the evening.