Emergency
Mysterious substance triggers major response at laundry
An unknown substance leaked in a laundry in Ibbenbüren, lightly injuring eight employees. Firefighters and police responded but found no danger. The cause remains unclear.
Major Earthquake Strikes California
A major earthquake hit California, causing structural damage and injuries in several areas. The quake measured 6.8 on the Richter scale, prompting emergency responses. Aftershocks are expected, and assessments are ongoing.
Suspected mercury leak at Arlanda handled swiftly
Rescue services were alerted to Arlanda airport on Wednesday evening due to a suspected mercury leak from a cargo plane. The response involved multiple units and chemical divers, but the operation ended shortly after 8 p.m. It turned out to be an old leak from a package in a container, handed over to DHL.
Deadly tornado strikes Val-d'Oise near Paris
A tornado struck Val-d'Oise on Monday evening, killing one person and injuring nine others. The event, occurring around 17:45, caused significant material damage in several towns. It is the first deadly tornado in France since 2008.