Storms trigger over 100 emergency calls for German firefighters

Severe weather in Bergheim, Germany, triggered a massive response from the local fire department, with over 100 emergency calls logged.

Firefighters were predominantly dispatched to deal with flooded basements and fallen trees across the affected areas. Reports indicated that water levels in some basements rose to about 30 centimeters. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the storm and its immediate aftermath.

To manage the overwhelming number of incidents, a "city alarm" was activated on Friday evening, mobilizing all available units. More than 120 firefighters were involved in the operations, and a dedicated coordination center was set up to organize the extensive response efforts.

In Pulheim, a town located about 20 kilometers away, the fire department also saw increased activity, responding to nearly a dozen calls. The primary issues there involved tree branches falling onto roads. Some branches were substantial enough to require chainsaws for removal. These incidents in Pulheim also concluded without any reported injuries.