Germany: Emergency crews responding to a gas main fire in Dresden March 22

Event

Firefighters are responding to a gas line fire in the Friedrichstadt district of Dresden March 22. The blaze erupted around the intersection of Waltherstrasse and Schaferstrasse. The cause of the fire has not been confirmed. Officials have not reported any casualties.

Authorities have implemented increased security measures in the affected area to facilitate the emergency response. Likely road closures and movement restrictions will prompt localized business and transport disruptions. Officials have asked individuals to avoid the area and advised residents within a 500 meter (1,640 foot) radius of the fire to remain indoors with windows and doors closed. Disruptions will persist after the fire has been extinguished as emergency services conduct investigations and continue to make the area safe.

Advice

Avoid the area. Heed instructions from authorities. Check for disruptions and plan alternative routes if operating near the affected area. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.