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Garden fire in Jesingen: Seriously injured and high property damage!
On June 24, 2025, there was a serious garden fire during a barbecue in Jesingen. Two men were injured and investigations are ongoing.
Garden fire in Jesingen: Seriously injured and high property damage!
On Monday, June 24, 2025, a serious garden fire occurred in Jesingen, which resulted in several injuries. The incident happened around 3 p.m. on Jesinger Amselweg when two men aged 57 and 58 were barbecuing in strong winds. This flying spark caused an adjacent thuja hedge to completely burn down over a length of around 50 meters.
The flames spread quickly and ignited lawns of two residential buildings, resulting in two garden sheds going up in flames. The facade of a residential building was damaged, but the flames were prevented from spreading to the house itself. An ambulance was immediately requested for the injured, including a 58-year-old man who suffered serious injuries, as well as a 51-year-old woman and an 11-year-old boy, both of whom suffered from smoke inhalation, and were taken to a clinic.
Rescue measures and property damage
A large number of firefighters were deployed to bring the situation under control. During the operation, the Jesingen thoroughfare was closed until 5 p.m. The estimated damage amounts to a six-figure amount. An investigation was initiated against the two men grilling on suspicion of negligent arson. This is not the first incident of this kind; Cases of negligent arson are also increasing in other cities. For example, on April 6, 2021, the fire department in the Soest district was called because of a fire in a garbage can, also due to negligent actions. In this case, the fire department was quickly notified and the police are looking for witnesses who can help clarify the situation reports the Soester Anzeiger.
The rapid response of the rescue workers in Jesingen probably prevented something worse from happening, but this incident once again raises questions about barbecue safety and responsibility towards neighbors and the surrounding area. In the context of summer outdoor activities, the risk of fires caused by careless actions should not be underestimated. The authorities are relying on information to avoid similar incidents in the future.