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Wind Turbine Fire in Kusel District Forces Controlled Burn and 500-Meter Cordon

Police suspect a technical defect with losses near €1.5 million.

Overview

  • The turbine in Kollweiler caught fire Wednesday evening, with residents alerting emergency services.
  • Flames originated in the high-mounted machine room, preventing a direct attack by firefighters.
  • Crews secured a 500-meter radius and let the installation burn out under controlled conditions.
  • No injuries were reported as falling debris and heavy smoke were monitored through an overnight fire watch.
  • Investigators have not confirmed a cause, and coverage notes a similar Fehmarn turbine blaze earlier in February that caused about €500,000 in damage.