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Heavy tempest in Bocholt leaves city strewn with fallen tree limbs and flooded basements

Severe Storm Hits City of Bocholt: Fire Department of Bocholt (FW Bocholt) Reports

Storm aftermath in Bocholt: Strewn branches and flooded basements in the urban region
Storm aftermath in Bocholt: Strewn branches and flooded basements in the urban region

Heavy tempest in Bocholt leaves city strewn with fallen tree limbs and flooded basements

In the heart of Germany, the city of Bocholt was hit by a severe storm on Wednesday evening. The storm caused significant damage across the city, particularly in the city center and parts of Stenern.

The Bocholt Fire Department, led by Michael Burhoff, was at the forefront of the response to the storm. Burhoff, who can be contacted at [email protected], served as the contact person for the department during this crisis.

The Fire Department received numerous emergency calls, with reports of fallen branches, uprooted trees, and manhole covers pushed out of their anchorage by overflowing channels. These incidents resulted in temporary closures of certain areas, including the Langenberg Park, which sustained significant storm damages.

Numerous flooded streets were also reported, causing disruption to the city's traffic. Despite these challenges, no injuries were reported.

To tackle the situation, approximately 125 emergency services were deployed in the Bocholt city area. The municipal ordinance office also played a crucial role in managing the temporary closures of affected areas.

The Bocholt Fire Department can be reached at 02871 2103-0. For fax enquiries, you can contact them at 02871 2103-555. For more information about the storm and the response efforts, you can visit their website at www.bocholt.de/feuerwehr or contact Michael Burhoff directly.

The source of this information is Feuerwehr Bocholt, transmitted via news aktuell. The city continues to assess the extent of the damage and work towards restoring normalcy. Stay safe, Bocholt.

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