Fire

Here you will find specific guidance and advice on how to behave in the event of various fire incidents.



In your own house/high-rise

  • Dial the emergency number 112
  • In the event of danger, leave the building immediately
  • Do not use the lift
  • Don’t put yourself in danger
  • If the situation permits
    • If fire extinguishers are available and the fire is still in its early stages, put it out
    • Take important documents with you, provided it can be done safely
    • Warn flatmates
    • Think of the animals
    • Helping older people and those with limited mobility
  • Find out in advance about escape routes, particularly in high-rise buildings and unfamiliar buildings such as hotels


Forest fire

At present, there is still a risk of forest fires in our forests. The town of Rodgau urges everyone to strictly observe the statutory smoking ban (1 March to 31 October) in the forest and within 100 metres of the forest edge. Open fires, torches and barbecues at the forest recreation areas – even in places where they are normally permitted – are prohibited. Do not throw cigarette ends out of your car. To keep escape routes clear, access roads to the forest must not be blocked.

A green sign with a white cross and the inscription 'Meeting point for emergency vehicles OF-227' on a tree in the woods
Example image of a forest rescue point – in this case, point OF-227
  • If you come across someone in distress, dial 112
  • Go to a forest first-aid post
  • Give the fire brigade instructions on arrival
  • Get to safety
  • Warn other forest visitors
  • View information on the risk of forest fires in the German Weather Service’s Forest Fire Risk Index (WBI )


Commercial and industrial fires

  • If you come across someone in distress, dial 112
  • Close the windows and doors
  • Switch off ventilation and air-conditioning systems
  • As a local resident, please pay attention to warning messages (radio broadcasts or warning apps such as NINA or KATWARN)
  • Avoid spending unnecessary time outdoors
  • Avoid the incident site


Prevention and early intervention

  • Install smoke alarms
  • Keep fire extinguishers to hand and service them regularly
  • Provide information on escape routes in buildings in advance
  • For large buildings, also provide information on the availability of an emergency stairwell or a fire service lift
  • Keep important documents in a fireproof container that can be accessed quickly in an emergency