# Industrial waste fires in Germany

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/industrial-waste-fires-in-germany
> Updated: 2026-11-02T14:15:05.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

In October 2026, a fire occurred at a waste disposal facility in Bad Oeynhausen involving approximately 800 kilograms of old batteries. Emergency responders used water cannons and breathing apparatus to prevent the flames from spreading to a nearby production hall. The operation lasted about 90 minutes.

In November 2026, another large fire involving industrial waste broke out at a company yard in Olpe. Approximately 65 emergency personnel responded using foam agents and water throwers. Authorities issued a public warning via the NINA app due to heavy smoke and weather conditions. While the cause remains unconfirmed, officials noted that the improper disposal of lithium-ion batteries or accumulators could potentially cause such fires through short circuits.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-02: Olpe industrial waste fire requires 65 firefighters

A major industrial waste fire in Olpe, Germany, prompted a five-hour emergency response and public smoke warnings. Officials suggest improperly disposed batteries may be a possible cause.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olpe-industrial-waste-fire-requires-65-firefighters

### 2026-10-11: Bad Oeynhausen waste facility fire involves 800kg of batteries

A fire involving 800 kilograms of old batteries broke out at a waste disposal facility in Bad Oeynhausen, Germany, requiring 50 firefighters to prevent the blaze from spreading to a production hall.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bad-oeynhausen-waste-facility-fire-involves-800kg-of-batteries

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