Life -threatening bathing accident: Seven -year -olds injured in Bad Hersfeld!

Life -threatening bathing accident: Seven -year -olds injured in Bad Hersfeld!

On Saturday afternoon, July 21, 2025, a serious bathing accident occurred in the outdoor pool of Bad Hersfeld. A seven -year -old girl was injured life -threatening when she got under water for several seconds. The incident, which took place at around 2:45 p.m., was reported by the police on Sunday night. So far, the reason for the accident has been unclear, but several bathers recognized the critical situation and immediately provided first aid. The emergency services were alerted and quickly took over medical care before the girl was transported to the Bad Hersfeld Clinic. The police officers have initiated investigations into the course of the accident that are currently still going. Has prevented worse.

The tragedy not only shocked, but also raises questions about safety in swimming pools. Dr. Mörsdorf-Kroll from the Freiburg University Hospital expressly warns of the dangers in bathing, with special attention to the cold shock and physical overexertions. He notes that many bathing accidents result from careless behavior, such as the immediate leap into the cold water after a longer solar exposure or the self -overestimation of one's own swimming skills. Most bathing accidents are quiet, so that those affected often cannot call for help. That is why Dr. Mörsdorf-Kroll to always go into the water with others and to assess your own skills realistically. In addition, it is advisable to first call help in the event of an emergency and not to jump into the water, so as not to endanger your own life. Freiburg offers helpful tips for avoiding such accidents.

further incidents in Bad Hersfeld

The worrying news from Bad Hersfeld does not end with the bathing accident. On the same day, a apartment fire in the district occurred in the morning high air around 8:30 a.m. A resident discovered the fire in her kitchen after returning from a walk. Firefighters from Bad Hersfeld and the Hohe Luft/Petersberg district were able to prevent the flames from spreading. Fortunately, there were no injuries, but the affected house became uninhabitable due to the strong smoke development. The property damage is estimated at around 50,000 euros, and the police have also started investigations into the cause of the fire. This situation illustrates the urgency of security measures in the community.

Such incidents remind us to be mindfulness and come to us not only on the water, but also in our own four walls. The events in Bad Hersfeld are unfortunately an urgent reminder for how quickly a relaxing day on the water can become a serious emergency. Let us think about security and make sure that we are protected both when bathing and at home.