An explosion in a homeless shelter in Düsseldorf-Oberbilk left one resident lightly injured. Firefighters deployed up to 80 personnel and ended the operation after two hours. The cause of the backfire remains unclear.
On the evening of November 14, 2025, an explosion occurred in a homeless shelter in Düsseldorf-Oberbilk. According to a fire department spokesperson, it was a backfire in the first floor of the building that triggered the automatic fire alarm. One resident sustained light injuries and was taken to a hospital.
Most residents had already evacuated the building on their own before the firefighters arrived. In coordination with the city utilities, the gas supply was shut off, and the affected individuals were distributed to other facilities in Düsseldorf. The fire department's operation involved up to 80 personnel and concluded after two hours.
No details are available on the cause of the explosion, and the extent of damage could not be specified. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.