Installed a new emergency call column
In a significant step towards enhancing public safety, a modern emergency call column has been installed at Grömitz's Klostersee beach. This life-saving initiative is part of a nationwide project supported by the German Life Saving Association (DLRG) and the Björn Steiger Foundation.
The Björn Steiger Foundation, known for its work in installing emergency call columns along roads and waterways in Germany, donated the column. These columns, often referred to as "Björn Steiger columns" or "Yellow Phone" columns, are designed to provide quick access to professional help, especially crucial at heavily frequented bathing spots.
The column at Grömitz's Klostersee beach is prominently placed at the entrance to the beach and operates independently, thanks to an integrated solar module. A push of a button sends an emergency call, transmitting both the voice connection and the exact location. The column is directly connected to the local emergency control center via an integrated LTE module, ensuring prompt response in emergency situations.
These emergency call columns can be vital in cases of swimming accidents, medical emergencies, or other critical situations. They are designed to provide accessible emergency communication points, particularly in remote or isolated areas where mobile phone coverage might be unreliable.
The DLRG has actively accompanied the project since its inception, recognising the importance of these columns in ensuring swift emergency response and public safety. To date, hundreds of such columns have already been installed nationwide, marking a significant stride in improving safety at German coasts, lakes, and rivers.
For detailed information about the Björn Steiger Foundation and its specific projects, you may need to visit their official website or contact them directly. The installation at Grömitz's Klostersee beach is a testament to the foundation's ongoing commitment to improving safety and ensuring quick access to emergency services.
The Björn Steiger Foundation, a renowned organization, is dedicated not only to installing emergency call columns along roads and waterways, but also to fostering health-and-wellness by providing quick access to professional help at heavily frequented areas, such as Grömitz's Klostersee beach. This tech-driven science has been employed to ensure the safety of beachgoers, particularly during fitness-and-exercise activities, as the columns are crucial in cases of swimming accidents, medical emergencies, or other critical situations.
