Fire in Waste Transfer Station in Zwettl: Defective Battery Cell Was the Cause

The fire broke out in the village of Kleinschönau in a building that contained electronic waste, batteries, and used cooking oils. About 120 members from 14 fire departments were deployed, reported the FF Zwettl on their website. Damage in the six-figure range was incurred.

Employees noticed the fire in Zwettl shortly after 9:30 AM

Employees of a disposal company noticed the fire shortly after 9:30 AM and alerted the fire department. A column of smoke several meters high was visible from afar. Next to the object where the fire broke out was a hall where several tons of waste paper were stored. The flames were soon brought under control and further spread was prevented. "Fire out" was declared at 3:00 PM.

According to the district fire investigator's findings, the fire was "most likely" triggered by a defective battery cell, which was stored with numerous others in a wire box. No one was injured.

(APA/Red)

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