Giga Fire at Hamminkeln Causes Complete Shutdown of Autobahn 3
Massive Conflagration Trapped Motorists in Their Vehicles for Hours
Officials Struggle to Control Spreading Wildfire
Hamminkeln, Germany – A large conflagration has forced the complete shutdown of Autobahn 3 near the town of Hamminkeln in the Wesel district of Germany. The fire broke out on Wednesday afternoon and quickly spread, trapping motorists in their vehicles for hours.
The fire brigade has been battling the blaze for hours, but it has proven difficult to control due to strong winds and dry conditions. The fire has already destroyed several vehicles and has caused significant damage to the surrounding forest.
The motorway has been closed in both directions, and traffic is being diverted. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
For more information, please visit the following websites:- https://www.derwesten.de/panorama/grossbrand-auf-der-a3-bei-hamminkeln-id236522539.html
- https://www.bild.de/regional/ruhrgebiet/ruhrgebiet-aktuell/a3-bei-hamminkeln-gesperrt-kilometerlanger-stau-nach-grossbrand-79900542.bild.html
