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Tennenloher Forst Wildfire Contained as Disaster Status Nears End

Emergency forces scale back operations after containing hotspots with sprinkler systems, while safety advisories remain in effect.

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Overview

  • The wildfire at Tennenloher Forst, which burned 20,000 m², has been contained, with remaining hotspots encircled by up to 60 sprinklers since Saturday.
  • The disaster declaration, issued on May 1 to mobilize resources, is expected to be lifted by Monday as the situation stabilizes.
  • Emergency personnel have been reduced from 90 to 22, and helicopters used for firefighting have been withdrawn.
  • Operations were complicated by munitions contamination on the former military training grounds, limiting ground access for responders.
  • Nine firefighters sustained minor injuries while setting up sprinklers, highlighting the risks faced during suppression efforts.