Fire brigade
Professional fire brigade
The fire brigade of the city of Chemnitz includes
- the professional fire brigade,
- the volunteer fire brigades
- the emergency medical aid and rescue services,
- civil defence and disaster control.
Tasks according to the Saxon Fire Protection, Rescue Service and Disaster Control Act (BRKG) are
- The defence against fire hazards in accordance with the provisions of the fire protection requirements plan (defensive fire protection),
- providing technical assistance in the fight against disasters as part of the rescue service and in the elimination of environmental hazards
- carrying out fire prevention inspections in and on properties, buildings, facilities and installations with an increased risk of fire and explosion as well as forest areas.
In addition, the professional fire brigade, together with the German Red Cross and the Workers' Samaritan Federation, provides emergency rescue and ambulance services in the city of Chemnitz. The rescue service is organised by the Chemnitz/Erzgebirge rescue association.
The tasks of civil defence and disaster control include the supervision of disaster control units, cooperation with other departments, authorities and offices, preparatory planning for major emergencies and civil defence tasks.
Emergency call
Fire/rescue service:
112
Police:
110
Emergency fax
The emergency fax is intended to help citizens with hearing and/or speech impairments in an emergency.
In an emergency, simply fill out the form and fax it to the control centre.
160 years of the Chemnitz fire brigade
Open day on 30 May from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fire and Rescue Station 2, Wilhelm-Weber-Straße 15
On Saturday, 30 May, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Chemnitz Fire Department will celebrate the 160th anniversary of the Chemnitz professional fire brigade. The anniversary will be celebrated with an open day at Fire and Rescue Station 2, which will offer a look behind the scenes and many insights into the history of the fire service.
Historic fire service and vehicle technology such as an old hose reel, a portable pump and a historic turntable ladder will be on display. The vehicle hall with current fire service technology and rescue service vehicles will be open for viewing. Photographs from the past will provide an insight into the emergency services of the time, while current television reports will show the everyday life of Chemnitz firefighters.
In addition, there will be the opportunity to take a realistic fire service aptitude test. Children can build a telephone at a craft centre. A hands-on first aid station will provide an opportunity to brush up on your own skills. There will also be food and drink on offer.
In addition, visitors will be able to talk to firefighters about their day-to-day work and find out what requirements candidates need to fulfil to enter this profession.
Main fire stations
- Fire station 1: Schadestraße 11, 09112 Chemnitz
- Fire station 2: Wilhelm-Weber-Straße 15, 09131 Chemnitz
- Fire station 3: Jagdschänkenstraße 53, 09117 Chemnitz
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Volunteer fire brigade
The first volunteer fire brigade was founded in Chemnitz back in 1854. There are now 15 district fire brigades, which are located around the city centre.
The volunteer fire brigade, with its volunteer members in the neighbourhood fire brigades, is involved in the overall system of fire protection, disaster control and technical assistance.
Preventive fire protection
Relatively simple methods can be used to prevent fires and avoid personal injury in the event of an emergency. This includes minimising the risk of fire and taking precautions in the event of a fire. The fire brigade provides regular information and carries out fire prevention inspections of properties and facilities.
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of the Chemnitz fire brigade for preventive fire protection
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