Great fire in Vienna-Mariahilf: Fire brigade stops Flammeninferno!

Great fire in Vienna-Mariahilf: Fire brigade stops Flammeninferno!

On Monday evening, July 7, 2025, a major fire occurred in Vienna Mariahilf, which presented the emergency services with a challenge. High flames were visible in the courtyard of a building near Hofmühlgasse when the fire brigade came. The fire affected an area with an area of ​​about 300 square meters and triggered alarm level 2 due to the violent flame and smoke development, such as puls24 reported.

When the fire brigade arrived, a large column of smoke between the houses was visible, which demanded the operations of breathing apparatus. Thanks to the rapid action of the fire brigade, the flames to spread to the surrounding residential buildings could be prevented. During the mission, 30 residents were brought to safety, and luckily there were no injuries. After successful use, all residents were able to quickly return to their apartments.

urban heat islands and climate change

The major fire not only raises questions about security, but also about the scope of urban living space. In times of extreme temperatures and inevitable heat waves, the effects of climate change in cities such as Vienna are increasingly noticeable. According to MeinDiane lead heat-absorbing building materials and high traffic to form urban are not only harmful to the environment, but also affect the health of the residents. These phenomena reduce the quality of life and stay outdoors, especially for older or sick people.