Information about the situation in the 'Stream and Water' sector is yet to be provided to the Commission.
Breaking News: Straw Bale Fire at Gut Weißenhaus in Wangels
A fire involving straw bales occurred on August 26, 2025, at Gut Weißenhaus in Wangels. The incident was reported around 05:00, and the subsequent investigation is being conducted by the Police Directorate Lübeck, with the Criminal Police Station Oldenburg also involved on suspicion of arson.
Upon arrival, the fire and police forces found the straw bales burning, and the fire resulted in the full closure of the nearby federal road B202. The emergency services allowed the square bales to burn under control with the help of the THW.
In the night from August 25 to 26, 2025, the police patrolled the area irregularly due to previous straw bale fires. The police officers did not notice any suspicious vehicles or persons during their intensive patrol.
Initial safety measures are being examined by the owners, and the police are in close consultation with them about how to best protect the straw bales. Persons with information that could help clarify the matter or identify the suspect are asked to contact the police at 04361 13550 or by email at [email protected].
The public is also asked to provide witness statements. For further inquiries, contact the Police Directorate Lübeck Press Office, which can be reached at 0451-131-2015, by fax at 0451-131-2019, or by email at [email protected].
The detour is via Kaköhl, Wangels, and Farve. At the moment, no person or persons are publicly suspected or named in connection with the straw bale fires in Wangels and Gut Weißenhaus on August 26, 2025; investigations are ongoing with suspicion of arson, but no suspects have been identified or reported so far.
The article was originally published by the Police Directorate Lübeck and transmitted via news aktuell. It was provided by Presseportal.de. The police continue to work diligently to find the cause and those responsible for the fire at Gut Weißenhaus.
