Demolition of a 150-meter-tall former foundry stack
In the heart of the city, preparations are underway for a significant event. On November 24, the demolition of a 150-meter high chimney located on Merseburger Street is scheduled to take place. This demolition is noteworthy due to its method, a controlled explosion.
This event is separate from the recent demolition of a 170-meter chimney in Arno-Nitzsche Street, which has already been carried out. The chimney in Arno-Nitzsche Street, situated on the city works premises, was also demolished by explosion. However, it was not part of a foundry works, unlike the chimney in Merseburger Street, which was formerly part of a foundry.
To ensure safety, a restricted zone will be established from Merseburger Street to Biehlitz-Ehrenberg. The zone must be vacated by 10 p.m. on the day of the demolition. Significant delays would occur on the adjacent railway tracks if the operation were not carried out around 1 a.m.
Typically, controlled demolitions like these involve several safety measures. These include establishing an exclusion zone around the demolition site, clearing and securing roads and nearby buildings, informing local residents and businesses in advance, coordinating with fire, police, and emergency services, using controlled explosives or specialized equipment under expert supervision, and monitoring air quality and structural integrity of nearby structures during and after the demolition.
However, without specific information for these two demolitions, it is not possible to provide detailed comparisons or exact safety procedures related to the Merseburger Street and Arno-Nitzsche Street events. If more specific sources or updates about these demolitions become available, further analysis and comparisons can be made.
Stay tuned for more updates on this significant event.
