Multiple fires in Neukölln: Burning garbage cans - explosions

Several garbage cans burned in Neukölln on Tuesday evening. The fire brigade was deployed with a large contingent.

According to the fire brigade, several garbage cans were on fire in Neukölln on Tuesday evening. The emergency services were alerted at 7:30 p.m. and were on site with a large contingent. The fires were quickly extinguished. There were two explosions during the extinguishing work, but there were no injuries.

The cause of the fire is still unknown. The police are investigating.

The cause of the fire is still unknown. The police have started investigations. According to a police spokesman, arson cannot be ruled out. The garbage cans were located in different streets in Neukölln, including Sonnenallee, Hermannstrasse and Reuterstrasse.

Witnesses are asked to contact the police on 030/4664-271100. The fire brigade was on duty with 30 firefighters and seven vehicles. The extinguishing work lasted until 9 p.m.