Fire brigade exercise in Holzgerlingen: Dramatic rescue after an accident!

Fire brigade exercise in Holzgerlingen: Dramatic rescue after an accident!

On October 13, 2025, a sophisticated fire brigade exercise took place in Holzgerlingen, which involved a simulated traffic accident with people trapped. During the exercise, smoke suddenly came from the town hall, causing an unexpected emergency. Mayor Ioannis Delakos reacted promptly at 3:30 p.m. and called 911 as he observed the fire department maneuvers.

The exercise was designed to test employees' reactions under pressure. They reacted differently to the tense circumstances. A tax expert kept a cool head in the stressful situation, while the first deputy was visibly agitated. The scenario provided a valuable opportunity to practice both technical assistance and firefighting.

Details about the exercise scenario

The specific exercise scenario concerned technical assistance and firefighting that became necessary after a simulated traffic accident involving a car. The situation was characterized by a “person” trapped in the vehicle who was unconscious and had a weak pulse. Immediate rescue measures were required.

In addition, a vehicle fire was simulated in which the engine compartment was already burning and the passenger compartment was heavily smoked. The fire department was able to intervene quickly: the vehicle fire was effectively contained and ultimately completely extinguished. The injured person was cared for and had to be rescued through the trunk due to smoke.

Debriefing and lessons learned from the exercise

After the successful completion of the exercise, a comprehensive debriefing took place. Various operational tactics and means of patient-oriented rescue were discussed. The entire group took part in this meeting, which contributes to the continuous improvement of operational tactics. During the meeting, tests were also carried out on the vehicle to assess the effectiveness of the methods used.

The exercise in Holzgerlingen not only demonstrated the firefighters' technical skills, but also highlighted the importance of cooperation in crisis situations. In such emergencies, a rapid and coordinated response is crucial to save lives and minimize damage. [krzbb.de] reports that citizens and the entire administration can benefit from this realistic form of exercise. [feuerwehr-sinn.de] also highlights the need for such regular exercises in order to be well prepared in an emergency.