Clearance at Mendener City Hall reported by ABC

Town Hall in Mendener Undergoes Emergency Evacuation (ABC Alarm)

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2025 September 5 . 10:04 AM

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City Council building in Mendener has been evacuated

Building Forcibly Evacuated at Civic Center - Clearance at Mendener City Hall reported by ABC

In an unexpected turn of events, the Menden town hall in the Sauerland region was evacuated yesterday following the reporting of health issues by an employee.

The incident, which involved the distribution of mail, led to the woman employee experiencing respiratory and dermatological symptoms. She was promptly taken to the hospital by emergency services, and the fire department in Menden sounded an ABC alarm, suggesting a potential hazardous situation.

Upon investigation, a low dose of an irritant substance, commonly found in pesticides, was discovered at the town hall. This substance is believed to have caused the woman's allergic reaction. The exact cause of the health issues, however, remains unknown.

The police were informed about the incident, and a special unit from Dortmund was called in to further investigate the matter. The focus of the investigation now lies on the pesticide irritant, as it is suspected to be the culprit.

The actions of the emergency services and the fire department indicate a serious health concern, and the police are working diligently to uncover the exact cause of the health issues experienced by the employee.

It is important to note that the name of the woman working in Menden, Sauerland who experienced health problems due to a suspected allergic reaction to a substance found in pesticides is not publicly available at this time.

The investigation into the matter continues, with the safety and wellbeing of the town's residents and employees being the top priority. The town hall will remain closed until further notice, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.