Bergen on Rügen (ots)
Biogas Plant Fire Causes €700,000 in Damages
A technical defect sparked a fire at a biogas facility in Bergen on Rügen, resulting in an estimated €500,000 to €700,000 in property damage.
- A fire broke out at the ZWAR biogas plant’s sludge processing facility on December 20, 2025, at 9:02 AM.
- The cause of the fire was identified as a technical fault in a pipeline.
- No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
- Approximately 80 firefighters from seven local volunteer fire departments responded to the blaze.
- The fire was extinguished after roughly three hours of work.
A fire erupted at a biogas plant in Bergen on Rügen this morning, causing significant damage to the facility’s sludge processing unit. Authorities were alerted to the blaze at 9:02 AM on December 20, 2025, by the Vorpommern-Rügen rescue control center. The incident highlights the potential risks associated with industrial facilities and the importance of robust safety measures.
Technical Defect Identified as Cause
Upon arrival, firefighters discovered that the roof of the building housing the biogas plant’s sludge processing unit was ablaze. Investigations quickly pinpointed a technical defect in a pipeline as the source of the fire. While the exact nature of the defect remains under investigation, officials confirmed it was not the result of any intentional act.
Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident. However, preliminary estimates place the property damage between €500,000 and €700,000. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, and a more precise figure is expected in the coming days.
Coordinated Response from Multiple Fire Departments
Fire departments from Bergen, Sehlen, Putbus, Buschvitz, Garz, Samtens, and Binz worked collaboratively to contain and extinguish the fire. A total of approximately 80 firefighters from the volunteer fire departments were involved in the operation, which lasted around three hours. Their swift and coordinated response prevented the fire from spreading to other parts of the plant and minimized the overall impact.
What caused the fire at the biogas plant? A technical defect in a pipeline was identified as the cause of the fire, according to authorities.
The incident serves as a reminder of the critical role volunteer fire departments play in protecting communities. Their dedication and expertise were instrumental in bringing the situation under control and preventing further damage.
