Approximately 500 individuals have been evacuated from the Brocken mountain, the highest peak in the Harz region, due to a rapidly spreading forest fire.
The fire, initially estimated at 300 meters in length, has spread to over 1,000 meters, indicating significant escalation in just one day.
Firefighting efforts are strained as approximately 150 firefighters tackle the blaze under serious conditions, with multiple fires merging into a larger front.
Despite initial efforts on the ground, the challenging conditions have led to additional airborne support with the deployment of planes and helicopters.
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