Attentive passers-by noticed an orange flicker at the top of the tower and alerted the emergency services. They arrived quickly on site. Streets were closed and firefighters prepared to climb the tower, but they were able to turn around without taking action.
Several passers-by captured the ‘fire’:
Firefighters in a helicopter determined that there was no danger in the 158-meter-high tower, which is inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The tarpaulin that was mistaken for fire has been stretched at the top of the tower due to construction work.
“The top of the tower is currently closed for renovation and is difficult to access,” said an emergency services spokesperson. “Our helicopter flew over the tower and there is no fire. We can confirm that there is orange tarp visible.”
2023-12-28 18:28:26
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