# German fire department public outreach events > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-fire-department-public-outreach-events > Updated: 2026-08-02T15:01:04.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. In July 2026, fire services in Neckarsulm and Helmstedt opened their facilities to local officials and the public. The Neckarsulm brigade hosted a municipal‑council day, showing training rooms, youth‑fire‑brigade facilities, specialised equipment, live drone feeds, flood‑protection gear and a new multi‑purpose boat on the Neckar River. A week later, senior members of Helmstedt’s fire brigade toured a slaughterhouse to learn about animal‑receiving and hygiene standards, followed by a communal meal. The outreach continued in August 2026 when the volunteer fire brigade of Grolsheim organized a free public safety demonstration at Hugo‑Brandt‑Platz. Residents practiced using fire extinguishers on a simulated fire, received personal advice on home and workplace protection, and could meet brigade members while enjoying refreshments. Together, these events illustrate a coordinated effort by German fire departments to engage communities, showcase capabilities, and promote fire‑safety education across several towns. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-02: German fire departments showcase operations in Neckarsulm and Helmstedt German fire departments held public demonstrations: Neckarsulm showed facilities and a new river boat on 24 July, while Helmstedt’s senior brigade toured a slaughterhouse on 30 July. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-fire-departments-showcase-operations-in-neckarsulm-and-helmstedt ### 2026-07-26: Grolsheim Volunteer Firefighters Host Public Safety Demonstration Grolsheim’s volunteer fire brigade held a free safety demo on 29 Aug 2026, teaching residents how to use fire extinguishers and offering discounted equipment with coffee and cake. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grolsheim-volunteer-firefighters-host-public-safety-demonstration --- Cite as: German fire department public outreach events. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-fire-department-public-outreach-events