"Shock in Bochum: Cult Event Hall Rouge Falls Victim to Inferno of Flames"

The emergency call was received by the fire department at around 3:40 AM. When the first responders arrived on the scene, flames were already shooting meters high from the building. Fortunately, no people were inside the nightclub at the time the fire broke out.

A Massive Smoke Cloud Over the Ruhr Area

The smoke development was so intense that a huge black cloud was visible over Bochum. "The smoke drifted towards the city center," reported the fire department. Residents were urged to stay in their homes and turn off air conditioning units.

Over 70 Responders Battled the Flames

The Bochum fire department responded with a large contingent. More than 70 responders were on site to bring the fire under control. Despite the quick intervention, it was not possible to prevent the event hall from completely burning down.

"An internal attack was no longer possible due to the massive spread of the fire," explained a fire department spokesperson. The firefighting efforts focused on preventing the flames from spreading to neighboring buildings.

Cause Still Unclear – Investigations Ongoing

The cause of the fire is currently completely unclear. Specialists from the criminal police have started the investigation. According to initial estimates, the property damage amounts to several hundred thousand euros.

Freudenberg Street was completely closed for the duration of the firefighting operations. The fire department was still busy with follow-up extinguishing work until the early morning hours.

End of a Bochum Institution

The Rouge event hall was a popular meeting place in the Bochum party scene. Many regulars expressed shock over the loss on social media. "We experienced so many unforgettable nights here," wrote a user on Facebook.

The operators have not yet commented on the fire. Whether and when the nightclub will be rebuilt is currently completely open.

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