Fire Department of Solingen reports a quiet year with 18 reported blazes.
In the city of Solingen, Germany, New Year's Eve 2024 saw a total of 18 fire incidents related to festivities between 7:00 PM on December 31 and 7:00 AM on New Year's Day. These incidents, primarily caused by fireworks, were promptly dealt with thanks to increased personnel deployment, good cooperation between the professional and volunteer fire departments, and aid organizations.
The volunteer fire departments of Rupelrath, Mangenberg, and Wald were deployed to support the professional fire department. The integrated fire control center Solingen/Wuppertal was reinforced with personnel to handle the increased volume of calls. Additional fire engines and special vehicles were staffed by the volunteer fire departments, and aid organizations ASB, JUH, and MHD provided additional ambulances.
The New Year's Eve in Solingen was relatively quiet for the fire department, with most calls being for small fires caused by fireworks. However, one notable incident involved a waste container on Konrad Adenauer Street that was filled with an accelerant and quickly extinguished to prevent the fire from spreading.
A child was injured by fireworks and had to be taken to Solingen Clinic. The police have launched an investigation into the incident on Konrad Adenauer Street.
It is important to note that, based on current publicly available sources, there is no documented or notable public incident in Solingen on New Year's Eve 2024 that has been reported in the major sources indexed up to July 2025. If a particular event or investigation exists, it has not been captured in the current accessible materials.
Germany has maintained elevated security measures through 2024-2025, including increased police presence and border controls, reflecting ongoing concerns about terrorism threats nationwide. However, no direct link to New Year's Eve 2024 in Solingen is indicated.
As always, it is crucial to prioritise safety during celebrations and to report any suspicious activities to the authorities. We hope that everyone enjoyed a safe and memorable New Year's Eve in Solingen.
- Despite the increased number of fire incidents, the general-news about New Year's Eve 2024 in Solingen was mainly related to the fire department's response and efforts to ensure public safety.
- However, a significant event that did occur on that night was a crime-and-justice incident involving a child injured by fireworks and a subsequent police investigation, which was also highlighted in the health-and-wellness section due to the child's hospitalization.
