Drama in Müllendorf: Plumes of smoke after a fire injure two people!

Drama in Müllendorf: Plumes of smoke after a fire injure two people!

On Thursday evening, September 12, 2025, the industrial area in Müllendorf, Eisenstadt district, became the scene of a worrying fire. At around 7:15 p.m., passers-by reported noticeable smoke development, which ultimately led to the emergency services being called into action. Alert level one was initially raised, but due to the increasing size of the fire, the situation was quickly reassessed and the alert was raised.

Six fire departments, including the Müllendorf volunteer fire department, which was completing a group exercise, were immediately alerted. The first emergency services should have been on site at 9:40 p.m. to fight the flames. The Müllendorf fire department responded with three vehicles and was supported by the volunteer fire departments from Neufeld, Steinbrunn, Eisenstadt and Großhöflein. Particularly noteworthy was the use of a drone by the Rust fire department, which was used to assess and monitor fires, which is extremely helpful in such a situation.

Injured people and emergency care

Unfortunately, there were two slightly injured people in this incident who were taken to Eisenstadt Hospital due to smoke inhalation. The rapid response of the emergency services was crucial to prevent anything worse from happening. Although the exact circumstances that led to the fire are still unclear, firefighters managed to bring the flames under control until shortly after 2:00 a.m. on Friday morning. Thanks to their efforts, the fire was soon put out - a relief for the residents and the rescue workers.

A look at the cause of the fire

The fire, which most recently affected electronic waste in an open area, raises questions. What could have started the fire? This information is still being investigated while the safety of residents remains the top priority. Public interest in this incident remains high, and many people are hoping for answers.

Overall, this incident shows how important quick reactions and cooperation between volunteer fire departments are. It is gratifying to see how communities come together to ensure safety and support in emergency situations. We will keep readers updated on further developments and wish those injured a speedy recovery.

You can find more information about this fire and the response measures here MyDistrict and BVZ.